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CA 15-3

Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:CA153
Specimen Types:Serum
Container Types:
SST
Collection & Request Instructions:

Ca 15-3 should only be used for follow up of patients with histologically proven tumour and not for screening for cancer. While sensitivity and specificity are low in early breast cancer, levels may be elevated in advanced disease. Ca15-3 measurement might aid in the detection of recurrent and metastatic disease.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Additional Notes:

Reference Range:  < 31 kU/L

Method used is Abbott Alinity (CMIA).