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What tests.and.labs do.they.do.when.testing for cerviacal.and.overian.cancer?
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cancer: For cervical cancer the pap smear remains the standard test. For ovarian carcinoma cancer antigen 125 (ca-125) is used. Its a blood test.
Answered 10/31/2013
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