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1. What is the CEA test ?

last reviewed: 13.10.2006

2. I had colon cancer diagnosed two and a half years ago and had an operation. I am always worried that the cancer will come back. I am due to have a colonoscopy soon, should it have been left this long and how often should I have this test?

last reviewed: 31.08.2005

3. Why do some doctors test for CEA levels in people with bowel cancer?

last reviewed: 12.10.2006

4. I have had an operation to remove a bowel cancer. My surgeon has told me a will need occasional colonoscopies as a check up over the next few years. A friend has said I might be able to have a scan test instead. Is this right?

last reviewed: 21.09.2005

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