
Laboratory test
Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA)
Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA): 1 parameter from a blood sample, no fasting.
Also known as
CEA test · Carcinoembryonic antigen · CEA tumor marker
- Sample
- Blood
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- Same day / 24 hours
- Parameters
- 1
- No home collection fee
What is the Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA)?
Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA) includes Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA). The listed sample is Blood (Serum). The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA) measure?
1 parameters. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Other measurements1 parameter
| Parameter | Unit | Catalogue method |
|---|---|---|
| Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA) | ng/mL | CLIA |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
Carcino-Embryonic Antigen (CEA): sample & preparation
Sample: Blood. Fasting: Not required.
- No fasting is required. Tell the lab if you smoke, as smoking commonly raises this result.
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1 parameters · No fasting required · Report time: Same day / 24 hours
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