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Overview
CA 15-3 (Cancer antigen 15-3) is a protein produced by normal breast cells. Many patients with cancerous breast tumours produce an increased amount of CA 15-3. CA 15-3 is not responsible for cancer, but instead, it is released by tumour cells and ...
Risk assessment
Breast cancer, breast cancer metastasis, breast cancer recurrence
Ranges
CA 15-3 values use units per millilitre (U/mL) for measurement.
Males: <30 U/mL (usually not defined)
Females: <30 U/mL
Whether your CA 15-3 results are in the normal range or not is determined by your age, gender, method of test and other factors. ...
Test result interpretation
CA 15-3 Test results may differ based on age, gender, history, test method and other factors. Increased levels of CA 15-3 do not mean there is an underlying issue. In all cases, it is advisable to discuss the interpretation of test results with the s...
Sample types
The CA 15-3 test requires a blood sample for testing. The blood sample is taken from a vein in the hand. A lab technician will collect samples at the laboratory.
The CA 15-3 test does not need any fasting before sample collection. Although, talking ...
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CA 15-3
Exploring Tumor Marker Levels for Comprehensive Breast Health and Cancer Assessment
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Sample Type:
blood
Fasting Required:
No
Description
CA 15-3 is considered a tumor marker because high levels of the antigen may indicate certain cancers, including breast cancer. CA 15-3 tests aren’t used to diagnose cancer, but rather to assess how cancer is responding to treatment. CA 15-3 fluctuations help cancer doctors determine whether a tumor is stable, growing, shrinking or has recurred.
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