Diagnostic test
CARCINO EMBRYONIC ANTIGEN (CEA)
About test
What does CARCINO EMBRYONIC ANTIGEN (CEA) measure?
The carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) test measures the level of CEA, a protein that can be present in higher amounts in some cancers and certain non-cancerous conditions. It may be used to help monitor response to treatment, check for possible recurrence, or follow the course of some cancers, particularly colorectal cancer. CEA results are interpreted alongside medical history, examination findings, imaging, and other tests.
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