A tumour marker for ovarian cancer. CA125 is elevated in patients with ascites, pleural effusions of any cause, and heart failure. CA125 varies throughout the menstrual cycle.
Tube
01 (SE) – Serum Gel
ID
Tests&Tubes0025
Additional information
Non specific marker for Ca ovary – CA125 is also elevated in patients with heart failure and ascites or pleural effusions of any cause. However, very high concentrations in cases of undiagnosed pelvic/abdominal mass may be suggestive of Ca ovary.
Turn around
A&E: N/A
Day Case: N/A
In-Patient: 6 Hours
Out-Patient: 24 Hours
GP: 24 Hours
Send to
Blood Sciences Cross Site
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Collection Con
Minimum volume – 250µl serum / plasma
Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements
Sample REQ
Blood
Ref. Range Notes
Units
ku/L