HCG Tumor Marker (Cancer) 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 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures hCG as a tumour marker.
Why this test is performed?
Used to diagnose and monitor certain cancers that produce hCG — gestational trophoblastic disease (molar pregnancy) and germ-cell tumours of the testis or ovary.
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
Yes, pregnancy raises hCG, so it must be considered when interpreting results.
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 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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