CA 72.4 Test

CA 72.4 Test

Category
Cancer
Sample
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
In 8 days
Fasting
No Fasting
Age
5+ Years

What Is This Test?

Measures CA 72-4, a tumour marker in the blood.

Why this test is performed?

Mainly used for stomach and some ovarian cancers — monitoring treatment and recurrence.

Who should take this test?

People being evaluated or treated for cancer, or as advised by an oncologist. Not a stand-alone screening test.

Test Preparation

No fasting needed.

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Frequently asked questions

No. Tumour markers can be raised in non-cancerous conditions and normal in some cancers. They are mainly used to support diagnosis and to monitor treatment and recurrence.

No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.

Usually within 6–7 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.

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