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Could A CEA Level Of 8 After Previous Colon Cancer Treatment Indicate That The Cancer Has Returned?
6 yrs ago I had chemo and radiation for colon. CANCER then I had to have a colstomy.today I went in for routine blood work and a cea.the class came back at level 8 everything I ve read this evening looks like my cancer is back!?? Is this a for sure diagnosis?
Mon, 4 Nov 2024
Hello,
It is elevated beyond normal limits and warrant evaluation by CT scan. It maybe falsely elevated also.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Deepak Sundriyal, Oncologist
It is elevated beyond normal limits and warrant evaluation by CT scan. It maybe falsely elevated also.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Deepak Sundriyal, Oncologist
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