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CA 72-4 Blood Test

Type

Blood Testing

Biomarkers

1

Duration

30 min

Results

3 days

CA 72-4 blood test to detect cancer biomarkers.

This biomarker is only available with a request from your practitioner. Please get in touch with us before booking this test. The turnaround for this test is 5 working days. This test measures the level of CA 72-4, a tumor marker, in the blood. Elevated levels may indicate the presence of certain cancers, particularly those affecting the gastrointestinal tract. This test is often used to monitor treatment response or detect recurrence.

Key Details

Sample Type
Blood draw
Turnaround
1–5 business days
Common Use
Targeted health screening

Who Is This For?

Anyone wanting to check specific health markers. People monitoring known conditions or treatment effectiveness. Those who want targeted testing rather than a comprehensive panel. Individuals following up on previous abnormal results or investigating specific symptoms.

What's Included

Specific biomarker measurement as indicated by test name
Lab analysis with reference ranges

Preparation Required

Fasting for 10–12 hours before your appointment is recommended for accurate results (water is fine). Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and intense exercise for 12 hours before the blood draw. Morning appointments are ideal for consistent hormone and glucose readings. The blood draw typically takes 5–10 minutes.

Biomarkers Tested

1
CA 72-4 ng/mL

Tumor marker; elevated levels may indicate certain cancers, particularly gastrointestinal cancers.

Price
£175.00
Category
Diagnostic
Sample Type
Blood draw
Duration
30 min
Results
3 days
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