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Tumour markers Q&As

5 items found in this section.

1. What is the CEA test ?

last reviewed: 13.10.2006

2. What is the normal level for CEA?

last reviewed: 12.10.2006

3. Can you tell me what is meant by 'free' and 'bound' PSA?

last reviewed: 27.07.2005

4. Can you tell me something about tumour markers in testicular cancer?

last reviewed: 10.08.2005

5. Why can't the CEA test be used to screen for bowel cancer?

last reviewed: 11.10.2006

All Q&As are selected from some of the thousands asked by people contacting Cancerbackup every year. They are answered by specialists and reviewed and updated regularly.


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