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Could A CEA Level Of 8 After Previous Colon Cancer Treatment Indicate That The Cancer Has Returned?

6 yrs ago I had chemo and radiation for colon. CANCER then I had to have a colstomy.today I went in for routine blood work and a cea.the class came back at level 8 everything I ve read this evening looks like my cancer is back!?? Is this a for sure diagnosis?
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Hello,

It is elevated beyond normal limits and warrant evaluation by CT scan. It maybe falsely elevated also.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Deepak Sundriyal, Oncologist
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Could A CEA Level Of 8 After Previous Colon Cancer Treatment Indicate That The Cancer Has Returned?

Hello, It is elevated beyond normal limits and warrant evaluation by CT scan. It maybe falsely elevated also. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Deepak Sundriyal, Oncologist