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    What is Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test?

    The CA 19-9 test is a blood test that measures the CA 19-9 (cancer antigen 19-9) levels in the bloodstream. CA 19-9 is a tumour marker produced by cancer cells or normal cells in response to cancer. Most individuals with advanced pancreatic cancer show elevated CA 19-9 levels. However, high CA 19-9 levels can also be associated with other cancers as well, such as stomach, liver, lung, thyroid, and colorectal cancers. Additionally, elevated CA 19-9 may occur in non-cancerous conditions, including gallstones, pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, and liver disease.

    Although elevated CA 19-9 levels may indicate the presence of certain cancers, this test is not used just for diagnosing cancer. Instead, it is most useful for monitoring the progression of cancer, predicting how the disease might behave over time, and assessing the effectiveness of cancer treatment. A decrease in CA 19-9 levels often suggests that the treatment is working and the cancer is responding, while an increase may indicate cancer growth or recurrence.

    Currently, no single test can diagnose early pancreatic cancer. The CA 19-9 test is often used in conjunction with other diagnostic tests, such as Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) and Liver Function Tests (LFTs), based on your symptoms and medical history, to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the disease. However, not everyone produces CA 19-9, even if they have cancers typically associated with high levels of this protein, thus making the test less effective in some individuals.

    Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test Parameters

    The CA 19-9 test measures only one parameter: the levels of CA 19-9 antigen circulating in the bloodstream.

    CA 19-9 is a protein found on the surface of certain cells in the pancreas and other internal organs, including the bile ducts and stomach lining. Normally, low amounts of CA 19-9 are produced by healthy cells in these areas; however, pancreatic cancer cells release much higher levels of CA 19-9, making it a useful marker for tracking the progression of the cancer.

    Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test Preparation

    Here is what to consider before planning to get a CA 19-9 test in Bangalore.:

    • Prerequisites

    You do not have to fast before undergoing a CA 19-9 test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    This test can be scheduled at any time of the day.

    • Who Should Get This Test

    People with pancreatic or related cancers, or those undergoing treatment for these cancers, may get a CA 19-9 test to monitor treatment response, check for recurrence, or assess cancer progression.

    • Cautions Before Taking This Test

    No specific preparation is usually needed before the CA 19-9 test. However, consult your doctor before undergoing the test to ensure it is appropriate for you.

    Why Take the Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test?

    The CA 19-9 test is mainly used to monitor and track certain cancers, particularly those associated with high levels of the CA 19-9 protein. This test helps doctors check for cancer, see how well treatment is working, and determine if the cancer has come back after treatment.

    Elevated CA 19-9 can be seen in cancers of the pancreas, colon, stomach, lungs, thyroid, and bile duct, and also some non-cancerous conditions like pancreatitis. Because of this, the test is not used as a routine screening tool unless an individual has symptoms of pancreatic cancer.

    CA 19-9 levels can provide information about whether the cancer is shrinking, if it has been fully removed, or if it is coming back. Therefore, this test can be used to monitor treatment efficacy and guide treatment decisions along with other tests, like CT scans and ultrasounds.

    FAQs on Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test in Bangalore

    The CA 19-9 test price is ₹ 2000. This price covers the fastest home sample collection within 60 minutes of test booking.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home sample collection services for the CA 19-9 test in Bangalore. Your sample can be collected at home within 60 minutes of booking, subject to slot availability.

    The CA 19-9 test is a blood marker that helps in the diagnosis and monitoring of certain cancers, especially pancreatic cancer, and evaluate disease progression.

    No, fasting is not required before you take the CA 19-9 test.

    To book a blood test or health checkup through our platform, you can follow these simple steps:

    • Find the Test : Search for the CA 19-9 test in Bangalore and visit Orange Health’s page from the list.

    • Review and Verify : Select the CA 19-9 test, review any prerequisites, enter your location, and complete the booking by choosing a convenient time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : A trained eMedic will be assigned to collect the sample from your home at the scheduled time.

    • Laboratory Processing : The sample will be sent to our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratory for analysis.

    • Receive Results : The reports of your CA 19-9 test at home will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 9 hours and can also be accessed through our app.

    The normal CA 19-9 levels in the blood are generally between 0-37 U/mL.

    Once you book the CA 19-9 test, Orange Health Labs will dispatch an eMedic to collect your sample within 60 minutes. The blood sample is collected in just a few minutes. You can expect to receive your reports online within 9 hours.

    The frequency of the CA 19-9 test depends on your doctor's assessment of your condition and risk. It is better to ask the doctor’s advice on how often to take this test.

    The CA 19-9 test includes only one parameter: the levels of the CA 19-9 antigen present in your bloodstream.

    Orange Health offers the fastest CA 19-9 test in Bangalore, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical laboratory visit. Localities served include but are not limited to Adugodi, Banashankari, Bannerghatta, Basavanagudi, Bellandur, BTM Layout, Chamrajpet, Cottonpet, CV Raman Nagar, Domlur, Electronic City, Frazer Town, Giri Nagar, Hebbal, Hennur, Hosur, HSR Layout, Jakkur, Jalahalli, Jaya Nagar, Kadugodi, Kammanahalli, Kengeri, Koramangala, Mahalakshmi Layout, Madiwala, Magadi Road, Malleshwaram, Marathahalli, Mathikere, Mysore Road, Nagarbhavi, Nandhini Layout, Old Airport Road, Peenya, RT Nagar, Rajaji Nagar, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Sadashivnagar, Sahakara Nagar, Sanjay Nagar, Sarjapur, Seshadripuram, Shanthi Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Sri Nagar, Tyagarajnagar, Uttarahalli, Vasanth Nagar, Vidyaranyapura, Vijaya Nagar, Whitefield, Yelahanka, Yeshwantpur.

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    References

    1. CA 19-9 Blood Test (Pancreatic Cancer): MedlinePlus Medical Test [Internet].  Available from:  https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/ca-19-9-blood-test-pancreatic-cancer/
    2. CA 19-9 [Internet].  Available from:  https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/cancer-antigen-19-9-ca-19-9-test
    3. Cancer antigen 19-9 (CA19-9) | Pathology Tests Explained [Internet].  Available from:  https://www.pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=CA19-9%20(Cancer%20antigen%2019-9)#summary
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    Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test in Bangalore

    Test NameCarbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test
    PriceThe Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test price is ₹ 2000.
    Also Known AsCarbohydrate Antigen 19-9, Cancer Antigen 19-9, CA 19-9 Radioimmunoassay (RIA), CA 199 Measurement
    PurposeTo measure CA 19-9 antigen levels in the blood.
    Pre-test InformationFasting is not required for a Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test
    Report DeliveryGet reports within 9 hours.
    FrequencyAs prescribed by your doctor.
    Home TestingYes, home blood sample collection in 60 minutes from booking.
    Sample RequiredA blood sample is required for a Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test

    Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test Price in Bangalore

    The Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test cost in Bangalore is ₹ 2000. This Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9 (CA 19.9) Test price includes the fastest home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, and the reports are available in 9 hours.

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