Male Tumor Markers Package | Lahalak Platform
A proactive step to protect your health. This package measures five biomarkers associated with the most common cancers in men, assisting doctors in precise monitoring and evaluation within a medical plan.
Scientific name: Comprehensive Male Tumor Markers Package
This laboratory package includes measuring the levels of five serum biomarkers (tumor markers) relevant to common cancers in men. These include: alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), associated with testicular cancer (especially non-sperm cell germ cell tumors) and liver cancer; carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), associated with colorectal, lung, and pancreatic ca...
Service type
Laboratory test (Tumor markers)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Measurement of total prostate-specific antigen (PSA) to detect prostate disorders.
- Measurement of alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) associated with liver cancer and testicular tumors.
- Measuring carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) associated with gastrointestinal and lung cancers.
- Measurement of the CA 19-9 index associated with pancreatic and gastrointestinal cancers.
- Measurement of the CA 15-3 index (often requested for women, but included for inclusivity)
- Consult with an oncologist or urologist to interpret the overall results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required: generally, but fasting for 8-12 hours is preferred for some accuracy.
- Special requirements for PSA testing: Very important: The following must be avoided for at least 48 hours before the test: sexual intercourse, ejaculation, deep rectal examination, and long-distance cycling. The test should be performed at least 3 weeks before any prostate procedure (such as catheterization) or in the presence of an acute urinary tract infection.
- Stop smoking: more than an hour before the test if possible, because it may raise CEA.
- This is a specialized package: it should be requested and interpreted by a qualified physician. It is not recommended as a routine preventative screening for healthy individuals without symptoms or obvious risk factors.
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