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Just Finished 11 Months Of BC Treatment. Blood Test CA15-3 Shows My Level At 35. What Does THAT Mean, What Is "normal" Thanks-
I had Chemo, Mastectomy, Chemo and then 33 Rads. Got blood test results CA15-3 test and my level is 35. I can't find out what this means!! Dr. Assistant gave me the results on the phone and said it means I have cancer, so I am flipping out, which means crying thinking I still have "IT", I called the Onc. And my Dr. Is out until Monday. Petscan is still pending, as I am awaiting the insurance approval!! It has been 5 weeks, but was told delay could be 6-8 weeks out
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35 and under is considered normal. Most oncologists look for a trend upwards of tumor markers to signify cancer has returned. Sometimes colds or infections can cause markers to rise...
Thanks! Feeling better already!!
http://www.oncolink.org/treatment/article.cfm?i...
Maybe this info will help.
I Would Like Feedback Especially From Those With A Dx Of ILC What Kind Of Follow Up Your Onc Recommends To Prevent Recurrence.
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