Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19-9)

฿780.00

Measures CA 19-9 in blood, a tumor-associated marker. Levels can be raised in pancreatic and other gastrointestinal cancers, and also in some benign bile-duct issues.

Blood
15 min at lab
Results: 1 day

Typical Use

Used mainly to monitor known pancreatic cancer (treatment response or recurrence). It may also support workup of suspected pancreatic/bile-duct disease with other tests.

Preparation

Wear clothing that allows easy access to your arm
Arrive well-hydrated
Continue regular medications unless advised otherwise by your doctor

Markers Tested

Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (U/mL)

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