Tumor Markers with Different Results
I just got back results on 3 tests. The Ca 15-3 test and the CEA test were both normal. However the CA 27-29 test came back as high (57). Anyone have any experience like this? Of course being Saturday, I will have to wait until Monday to talk with my oncologist.
I am 2.5 years out from surgery. This is the first time he ordered these tests. I take anastrozole and Kisqali. I feel fine. I exercise a lot. But now I am fearful that I have mets. I was feeling good, even relaxed, not constantly worried about cancer and now that peaceful place is gone.
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Most oncologists don't even run the CA 27.29 test for early stage BC because they're unreliable, but mine does. I hate it! That said, my number in Nov '23 jumped from 33 to 48. My number was always on the higher end of normal, but never out of range (>38) but now it was.
I had a retest 2 months later and it went down to 43 (still out of range.)
I tested again in May and it went down to 30.
I'd like to also add, if you take biotin, have ovarian cysts, been sick or have any inflammation, your number can elevate. So, the numbers can elevate for benign reasons.
Hope this helps a little.
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Thank you. Yes, I do have an ovarian cyst. I have to wait another day to hear from my oncologist due to the holiday. Ugh. Waiting is a tense time. I feel fine so this result was a surprise.
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I know how you feel. I have my check up on Wednesday, and the routine blood test will include CA 27.29. Keeping my fingers crossed.
Keep us updated. I'm sure all is okay.
Lisa
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