Category: TUMOR MARKER | Code: K3204
CA 72-4
Function
This test measures the level of the tumor marker CA 72-4 in the blood. This examination helps in establishing the diagnosis of several cancers, especially gastrointestinal cancer (colon cancer, stomach cancer) and female reproductive system (ovarian cancer).
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday < 10 am | 4 days | Plain | Serum, 1 mL | 7 days, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Electrochemiluminescent
Score Reference
none