Tumor Marker Female
A complete blood count (CBC) measures the amount of each type of blood cell in a sample of your blood.
11 biomarkers, explained
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Why take this test?
Some blood tests used to diagnose cancer include: A test to count your blood cells. A complete blood count (CBC) measures the amount of each type of blood cell in a sample of your blood. Blood cancers may be found using this test. A test that looks at the blood proteins.
An electrophoresis blood test looks at the various proteins in your blood to find the ones made by your body's germ-fighting immune system. This test is helpful in diagnosing multiple myeloma. Tests to find chemicals made by cancer cells. Tumor marker tests use a sample of blood to look for chemicals made by cancer cells.
Examples of tumor markers include prostate-specific antigen (PSA) for prostate cancer and cancer antigen 125 (CA 125) for ovarian cancer. Other examples include carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) for colon cancer and alpha-fetoprotein for testicular cancer. Tests to look for cancer cells.
Circulating tumor cell tests detect cancer cells in your blood. The cells might be in the blood if they've broken away from where they started and are spreading to other parts of the body. Circulating tumor cell tests are mostly used after a cancer diagnosis. Tests to look for cancer cells' genetic material.
These tests use a blood sample to look for small pieces of cancer cells' genetic material, called DNA. Healthy cells and cancer cells discard pieces or break apart as part of the natural process of growing and dying. These pieces of cells make their way into the blood so that the body can dispose of them.
Special tests look for these cell pieces in a sample of blood.
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From booking to results
Choose your test and how you want to give your sample.
A quick blood draw at a clinic near you, or at home with a clinician.
Your sample is analysed by a UKAS-accredited partner laboratory.
Results in 8 to 10 days, explained in your secure Hub.
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Before you book
Do I need to fast?
Tests that include glucose, insulin or cholesterol are best taken after fasting for 8 to 12 hours. Drink water as normal. Your booking confirmation includes clear instructions.
What is the difference between a clinic and a home visit?
With a clinic visit you go to a partner clinic near you. With a home visit, a qualified clinician comes to your home or workplace to take your sample.
When will I get my results?
Results for this test are usually ready in 8 to 10 days after your sample reaches the lab. We email you when your report is ready.
Who can see my results?
Only you, and anyone you choose to share them with. Your results are stored securely in your BioHealthcare Hub account.