Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) is a protein that is primarily associated with certain types of cancers. The most common way to monitor the CEA is through a blood test, although other bodily fluids may be tested as well.
It is recommended:To check cancer treatment (like colon, pancreas, breast, lung, ovarian, or medullary thyroid cancer), including response to therapy and recurrence.As the indicator of the level of cancer or size of tumour present (tumour burden).As a follow-up to a positive screening test for cancer: to compare the values to whether the level falls to normal (indicating that the cancer was all likely removed) after cancer treatment.To assist in cancer staging.
The Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) test measures:
How much Carcinoembryonic Antigen is in the blood, spinal fluid, or peritoneal fluid?
Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) is a protein that is present in the tissues of a developing baby (foetus). The CEA test is done to analyse cancer treatment. It acts as the major indicator of the size of the current tumour and also helps to assist in cancer staging.CEA testing is not used for the screening of cancer in those who have no symptoms. This test is also not used for cancer diagnosis because other non-cancerous conditions can cause CEA levels to increase, as not all cancers cause CEA levels to rise.
You will get the reports within 6 hours after the collection of the blood sample.
The cost of the Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) test is Rs. 700.
The Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) test is prescribed by your doctor after a complete assessment of your conditions.
< 3.0 ng/mL
We require a blood sample for this test.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
No, fasting is not required for this test.
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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