Q: m cea blood cancer test was <0.5 is that n normal range? thank u:-)

Yes: To answer your question simply, yes that is in normal range for cea. However, a normal CEA does not mean a person does or does not have a cancer. It does become useful to trend and monitor for recurrence in patients with colon cancer, especially if they previously had an elevated level.

Q: afp test is 24.18 and 26.9 ng/ml for two years, vcaiga is negative, cea, tsgf, t-psa, f-psa are in the normal range. what else should i do?

See hepatologist: AFP or Alpha feto-protein is generally a protein made by cells of liver origin (with some exceptions). In you case, you have evidence of chronic active hepatitis b and this can cause elevation of afp, but more concerning would be the development of hepatocellular carcinoma (hcc), or liver cancer. You will need imaging, usually with ultrasound or ct/mri scan to rule out hcc. See a hematologist.

Q: my most recent cea level was 2.6. is this normal? what is the normal range?

NORMAL: Carcinoembryonic antigen is a fetal antigen normally found in many adenoCa. The range of the blood test is from 0-2.5 ugm/L but is not specific for cancer. Smoking or taking an enema can cause an elevation. Best used for monitoring where if when elevated with Ca, change in value can reflect a positive or negative response to treatment.

Q: hi. i have a cea of 3.47 ng/ml ( normal range 0-3) and platelet count 129 x 10/l( normal range 140-440). what could this mean please?

Thrombocytopenia: See ahematologist. Your platelet count is low which can affect your ability to clot. CEA is non-specific; however, must be rechecked also.

Q: i had a blood test cea and the result is <0.5 and am a smoker. is it normal?

Yes it is normal: Yes it is normal.Why did you have this test done at age of 25 even if you are a smoker.

Q: if cea levels are high (10-13) & all tests clear of any cancer can smoking be the only reason for such high cea? what would be normal cea?

Yes: Normal CEA is generally below 5. By the way, CEA is not a screening test. It is used to follow diseases that exist and hint, sometimes, at recurrence. If someone has a cancer, such as colon cancer, and is getting a CEA for follow-up, if they are a smoker, it might be elevated as you stated.

Q: my dad had colon cancer 5 years ago. all tests are normal but cea came back at 11. what is the cause?

: The CEA test isn't used for diagnosis but is used to follow the progress or lack of progress in following known cancer cases such as colon or stomach. However CEA levels can be elevated in nonmalignant disorders such as emphysema or cirrhosis. The oncologist is best to sort out the significance of your dad's elevated CEA level.

Q: i'm 33 - smoker - family history of cancer - had blood test all normal but cea 5.4 - creatinine 0.6 - monocytes 9% . could i have cancer?

Talk to your doctor : Ask your doctor if this CEA level is significant for you. Smoking can cause an elevated CEA. Your doctor may want to re-evaluate. Try not to worry. It may not be significant. Have you considered stopping your smoking? This would be a first step in reducing your cancer risk. Your doctor may offer you some options to help you quit smoking. Best wishes for a good outcome!

Q: had stool test. occult blood negative wbc1-3 hpf rbc 0-1 hpf calprotectin stool test negative cea 0.43. below 3.8 is normal what does that mean

Sounds good.: Although it is impossible to definitively analyze lab results without knowing the patient and the results of all the rest of the lab tests, the portion that you have summarized here sound normal. You should get the opinion of the doctor who did the tests for a more definitive analysis, particularly if you're still having problems. Good luck.

Q: i'm 65, loose stools not everyday.sometimes gas, bloated.cbc, cea, schevo test all normal. should i worry?

Annual Checks: You need to have your regular annual check ups and ask your doctor for advice. The only thing I would want to make sure is that you have had a Colonoscopic exam for Cancer screening.This is one important test.Other than that your problem does not sound serious. You should exercise daily...walking is one of the best way to keep your bowel healthy and moving normally. This will help to reduce bloati

Question 1

m cea blood cancer test was <0.5 is that n normal range? thank u:-)

Accepted Answer

Yes: To answer your question simply, yes that is in normal range for cea.  However, a normal CEA  does not mean a person does or does not have a cancer.  It does become useful to trend and monitor for recurrence in patients with colon cancer, especially if they previously had an elevated level.

Question 2

afp test is 24.18 and 26.9 ng/ml for two years, vcaiga is negative, cea, tsgf, t-psa, f-psa are in the normal range. what else should i do?

Accepted Answer

See hepatologist: AFP or Alpha feto-protein is generally a protein made by cells of liver origin (with some exceptions).  In you case, you have evidence of chronic active hepatitis b and this can cause elevation of afp, but more concerning would be the development of hepatocellular carcinoma (hcc), or liver cancer.  You will need imaging, usually with ultrasound or ct/mri scan to rule out hcc.  See a hematologist.

Question 3

my most recent cea level was 2.6. is this normal? what is the normal range?

Accepted Answer

NORMAL: Carcinoembryonic antigen is a fetal antigen normally found in many adenoCa.  The range of the blood test is from 0-2.5 ugm/L  but is not specific for cancer.  Smoking or taking an enema can cause an elevation.  Best used for monitoring where if when elevated with Ca, change in value can reflect a positive or negative response to treatment.

Question 4

hi. i have a cea of 3.47 ng/ml ( normal range 0-3) and platelet count 129 x 10/l( normal range 140-440). what could this mean please?

Accepted Answer

Thrombocytopenia: See ahematologist. Your platelet count is low which can affect your ability to clot.  CEA is non-specific; however, must be rechecked also.

Question 5

i had a blood test cea and the result is <0.5 and am a smoker. is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is normal: Yes it is normal.Why did you have this test done at age of 25 even if you are a smoker.

Question 6

if cea levels are high (10-13)  & all tests clear of any cancer can smoking be the only reason for such high cea?  what would be normal cea?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Normal CEA is generally below 5.
By the way, CEA is not a screening test. It is used to follow diseases that exist and hint, sometimes, at recurrence. If someone has a cancer, such as colon cancer, and is getting a CEA for follow-up, if they are a smoker, it might be elevated as you stated.

Question 7

my dad had colon cancer 5 years ago. all tests are normal but cea came back at 11. what is the cause?

Accepted Answer

: The CEA test isn't used for diagnosis but is used to follow the progress or lack of progress in following known cancer cases such as colon or stomach. However CEA levels can be elevated in nonmalignant disorders such as emphysema or cirrhosis. The oncologist is best to sort out the significance of your dad's elevated CEA level.

Question 8

i'm 33 - smoker - family history of cancer - had blood test all normal but cea 5.4 - creatinine 0.6 - monocytes 9% . could i have cancer?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor : Ask your doctor if this CEA level is significant for you. Smoking can cause an elevated CEA. Your doctor may want to re-evaluate. Try not to worry. It may not be significant. Have you considered stopping your smoking? This would be a first step in reducing your cancer risk. Your doctor may offer you some options to help you quit smoking. Best wishes for a good outcome!

Question 9

had stool test. 
occult blood negative
wbc1-3 hpf
rbc 0-1 hpf
calprotectin stool test negative
cea 0.43. below 3.8 is normal
what does that mean

Accepted Answer

Sounds good.: Although it is impossible to definitively analyze lab results without knowing the patient and the results of all the rest of the lab tests, the portion that you have summarized here sound normal. You should get the opinion of the doctor who did the tests for a more definitive analysis, particularly if you're still having problems. Good luck.

Question 10

i'm 65, loose stools not everyday.sometimes gas, bloated.cbc, cea, schevo test all normal. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Annual Checks: You need to have your regular annual check ups and ask your doctor for advice. The only thing I would want to make sure is that you have had a Colonoscopic exam for Cancer screening.This is one important test.Other than that your problem does not sound serious. You should exercise daily...walking is one of the best way to keep your bowel healthy and moving normally. This will help to reduce bloati

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M cea blood cancer test was <0.5 is that n normal range? thank u:-)

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Afp test is 24.18 and 26.9 ng/ml for two years, vcaiga is negative, cea, tsgf, t-psa, f-psa are in the normal range. what else should i do?

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My most recent cea level was 2.6. is this normal? what is the normal range?

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Hi. i have a cea of 3.47 ng/ml ( normal range 0-3) and platelet count 129 x 10/l( normal range 140-440). what could this mean please?

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I had a blood test cea and the result is <0.5 and am a smoker. is it normal?

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If cea levels are high (10-13) & all tests clear of any cancer can smoking be the only reason for such high cea? what would be normal cea?

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My dad had colon cancer 5 years ago. all tests are normal but cea came back at 11. what is the cause?

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I'm 33 - smoker - family history of cancer - had blood test all normal but cea 5.4 - creatinine 0.6 - monocytes 9% . could i have cancer?

A member asked:

Had stool test. occult blood negative wbc1-3 hpf rbc 0-1 hpf calprotectin stool test negative cea 0.43. below 3.8 is normal what does that mean

A member asked:

I'm 65, loose stools not everyday.sometimes gas, bloated.cbc, cea, schevo test all normal. should i worry?

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