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Do these cea readings mean chemotherapy not working in a colon cancer pt august 9.8, october 8, dec 9, jan 10. met to the liver ?

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Stable: Ams an oncologist I would say those levels are stable. Follow your oncologist advice and do not stop chemo based on your CEA levels, they look good.

Answered 1/13/2015

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