Testing for Tumor Markers and Therapy Related Genes
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- AFP - Levels of alpha-Feto-Protein (AFP) are increased in Hepatoma and Teratoma (liver, pancreas, prostate). AFP has structural and functional similarities to albumin and is normally decreased in adults.
- Aromatase is catalyzing the formation of C18 estrogens from C19 androgens. Inhibitory anti-cancer drugs of aromatase prevent the production of estrogens and consequently the growth of estrogen dependent tumors. Expression of aromatase in tumors is may be considered as a prerequisite for a rational therapy with aromatase inhibitors.
- CA15-3 is a sensitive tumor marker for primary, preoperative and metastatic breast cancer. If you have breast cancer, it will be used in conjunction with other tests to evaluate the need for surgical intervention.
- CA19-9 antigen has been shown to be elevated in the blood of some patients with gastrointestinal tumors. It is helpful during your post-therapeutic monitoring to determine the success of therapy, or can be used serially to ascertain the development of recurrence.
- CA-125 is a highly useful marker for monitoring disease progression in ovarian cancers.
