CA 19.9 - Book Test at Low Cost

What is the CA 19.9 Test? 

CA 19.9 is a protein also known as cancer antigen 19.9. CA 19.9 blood test is a simple blood test that determines the level of CA 19.9 in a blood . A high level of CA 19.9 in the blood indicates pancreatic cancer. This test is primarily used to diagnose pancreatic cancer and monitor its progress throughout therapy. Abdominal pain, back pain, nausea, loss of appetite, jaundice, and unexplained weight loss are signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer. CA 19.9 can be found in trace levels in the blood of healthy humans. Other tumors with high CA 19-9 levels include gallbladder, bile duct cancer, colorectal cancer, ovarian cancer, gastric cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer etc. In 70 percent to 95 percent of individuals with advanced pancreatic cancer, CA19-9 levels increase. However, because this test is not specific to pancreatic cancer, it cannot be utilized for screening or diagnosis.

Why CA 19.9 test done? 

• The CA19.9 blood test is done to determine the risk of pancreatic cancer
• CA 19.9 blood test is also done to determine the progression and the severity of the cancer
• This blood test helps in monitoring the treatment's effectiveness and to determine whether there is a need to modify the therapeutic regimen.

How does one prepare for the CA19.9 test? 

• No preparation such as fasting is needed.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol before the test
• Take adequate rest and stay calm before the test
• Tell your doctor about your current medical condition and if you are on any medications

Procedure for the CA 19.9 blood test

• A lab technician will tie a rubber band around your arm to find a vein
• Then they will clean the skin using an alcohol swab.
• After this, a sterile needle is inserted into a vein to draw a blood sample. You might feel a little sting when the needle is inserted into a vein.
• After collecting the sample the needle is removed, and the sample is then sent to the lab for further analysis.

After Care

Leave the dressing strip on for 15 minutes 

Cost of CA 19.9 Test in Delhi

The CA19.9 Test cost varies by region and facility. the average CA 19.9 test price in Delhi is around INR 600 to INR 2000. You can book your CA 19.9 blood test at home in Delhi with ganesh diagnostic center and the get a discount upto 50% off

Required documents for CA 19.9 Test

• Doctor prescription.
• A valid government Id 

Choose the top blood test center in Delhi for the CA 19.9 blood test

• Our goal at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is to make our diagnostic tests available at a reasonable price for everyone.
• We provide affordable tests without compromising the quality of our diagnostic test as we provide 100% accurate results.
• We are accredited by NABL
• We also provide a free home sample collection facility with no hidden charges
• We have a team of trained and expert professional
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