Description
Is this for me?
This package gives a basic overview of your cancer risk. It identifies early signs of cancer by checking tumour markers.
Correct diagnosis and early detection of cancer significantly improves survivability, treatment success and reduces risk of recurrence or disease progression and reduces mortality. All this aids in helping you take preventative cautious measures to ensure you remain healthy.
Who should get tested?
– Men above 18 years old
– Patients with previous cancers ( no matter what type of cancer)
- individuals with family history of cancer ( no matter what age)
– People who are overweight
– Smokers
– Heavy alcohol intake
– Poor nutrition
What does it involve?
AFP (alpha feto protein) helps diagnose and monitor treatment for certain cancers of the liver, ovaries or testicles. A raised value increases the likelihood of cancer. Early detection greatly improves response to treatment. â–¸ Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) (Gastric, Colon Cancer) CEA is a tumour marker for certain cancers like colon, bladder, breast, lung, ovarian, pancreatic, stomach and thyroid. A raised value increases the likelihood of cancer. Early detection greatly improves response to treatment. â–¸ CA 19.9 (Pancreas, Digestive System) This is a pancreatic cancer marker. A raised value increases the likelihood of pancreatic cancer. Early detection greatly improves response to treatment. â–¸ Prostate Cancer PSA is a prostate cancer tumour marker. A raised value increases the likelihood of prostate dysfunction, either cancer or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Early detection greatly improves response to treatment.. |
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