RACGP - Investigation and management of an ovarian mass Serum Ca125 is a glycoprotein antigen and is the most widely used tumour marker in the assessment of ovarian masses In premenopausal women, Ca125 should be measured only if the ultrasound appearance of a mass raises suspicion of malignancy
Tumor Markers and Their Diagnostic Significance in Ovarian Cancer Novel markers like microRNAs, DNA methylation patterns, and circulating tumor cells offer potential for enhanced diagnostic accuracy and personalized management Integrating these markers into a comprehensive panel may improve sensitivity and specificity in ovarian cancer diagnosis
Ovarian Cancer Tumor Marker Tests: Types Uses - Healthline Doctors don’t use tumor marker blood tests to screen people at average risk of ovarian cancer But they are helpful in assessing ovarian cancer treatment and checking for disease
Tumor Markers for Ovarian Cancer - OncoLink This article provides an overview of tumor markers that can be used to diagnose, predict prognosis, and evaluate treatment for ovarian cancer
Ovarian tumor markers: What to draw and when - MDedge In this column I will explore some of the decision making that I use when determining which markers might be most helpful for individual patients Tumor markers typically are ordered to estimate the probability of malignancy and the need for referral to an oncology subspecialist
What are the tumor markers for ovarian cancer? - droracle. ai Tumor markers for ovarian cancer primarily include CA-125, with levels above 35 U mL considered elevated, though it's not specific to ovarian cancer and can be elevated in other conditions like endometriosis or pregnancy, as noted in the study by 1