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Elevation In CA19.9 Level, Advised Repeating The Blood Test After Months. Is It A Major Concern?
Good day doctor, Recently my wife s CA19.9 showed 72, above the normal of 37.She is healthy and no known complication.The doctor advised to repeat the blood test after 3months. I want to know what makes the CA19.9 level to go up and is it a major concern and must seek further medical attention. Sincerely, Palani Malaysia
Sun, 8 Jul 2012
Welcome to healthcaremagic,
CA 19.9 is a tumour marker.
The blood test shold be repeated when it is found elevated withought having any physical symptoms.
Also further investigations are recommended to rule out any pathology.
CA 19.9 is a tumour marker.
The blood test shold be repeated when it is found elevated withought having any physical symptoms.
Also further investigations are recommended to rule out any pathology.
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