Also known as: CEA test, Carcinoembryonic antigen, CEA tumor marker
Clinician-directed monitoring of selected cancers (commonly colorectal) where CEA is relevant; treatment response and follow-up trend tracking; not routine screening
Medically reviewed by PingMeDoc Medical Team
Clinician-directed monitoring of selected cancers (commonly colorectal) where CEA is relevant; treatment response and follow-up trend tracking; not routine screening
KEY MARKERS MEASURED
Persistent fatigue
Unexplained tiredness that doesn't improve with rest
Frequent infections
Recurring fevers, sore throats, or slow wound healing
Pre-surgery evaluation
Routine screening before any surgical procedure
Annual health checkup
Part of routine preventive screening for adults
Book blood draw (home or lab)
No fasting unless combined tests require fasting
Disclose smoking status and cessation timing
Inform clinician about recent infections/inflammation
Collect serum blood sample via trained phlebotomist
Review trends with oncologist; do not interpret single value alone
Follow clinician plan for imaging and follow-up
The information provided on this page is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Lab test results should always be interpreted by a qualified healthcare professional in the context of your overall health. Do not start, stop, or change any medication or treatment based on test results without consulting your doctor. Reference ranges may vary between laboratories and are subject to change. If you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency services immediately.
Book blood draw (home or lab)|No fasting unless combined tests require fasting|Disclose smoking status and cessation timing|Inform clinician about recent infections/inflammation|Collect serum blood sample via trained phlebotomist|Download report from <a href='/my-account/'>View reports</a>|Review trends with oncologist; do not interpret single value alone|Follow clinician plan for imaging and follow-up
The Carcino Embryonic Antigen-Cea is available at Rs 900 on PingMeDoc with home sample collection in Chennai. Prices are inclusive of sample collection charges.
