A member asked:

What tests would show you have cancer does it show up in bloodtests etc?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

First things first: A thorough history and physical by a physician may focus the evaluations on specific areas of the body. Blood tests are not specific enough to screen for most types of cancer. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 12/10/2014

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