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It is a test that measures the amount of protein CA 19-9 (cancer antigen 19-9) in the blood.
CA 19-9 is a type of tumour marker, which is made up of cancerous cells or normal cells in response to cancerous growth. Usually, it is already present in healthy people but in small amounts. A high amount of CA 19-9 can often indicate pancreatic cancer. Its high level in the blood can be a sign of cancer or any certain conditions that aren’t cancerous.
The normal range of CA 19-9 is <37 U/ml.
CA 19-9 is done along with other investigations like imaging or scans to help in:
Also, some people with pancreatic cancer do not make CA 19-9.
You may need a CA 19-9 test if you’ve been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer or other cancers like:
CA 19-9 is the most valid and reliable tumour marker for pancreatic cancer now. It has a sensitivity of 70-80% to detect pancreatic cancer.
A high level of CA 19-9 in the blood may suggest the presence of cancer but it cannot be used as the only diagnostic test. It should always be done with other tests to confirm the cancer e.g., imaging and biopsy.
If you’re under treatment for pancreatic cancer, your results may show:
Following are the conditions that aren’t cancerous but may cause high levels of CA 19-9 in the blood:
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