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How to screen or test for ovarian cancer?
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No good test: There is no good screening test for ovarian cancer. Women with vague abdominal complaints should consult their doctors as that is often the only symptom in early cases.
Answered 10/4/2016
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No sure test: There is no established screening test fit for mass use. Blood tests such as ca125 level has been used. Scannng such as pelvic ultrasound or ct scans have ben employed too.
Answered 5/30/2012
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