Hi folks.
I finished treatment last year after RT an CT. I didn’t have surgery and have been monitored very closely since August last year. My recent blood test had come back at 5.3. The last one six months ago was 1.9.
The last CT scan and scope were clear. Despite this reassurance I’m still anxious about this. Has anyone gone through the rollercoaster of CEA marker tests and for it to fluctuate rather than increase?
cheers
Andrew
Hi Andrew Mc There’s a good explanation in the link below which says that your CEA can fluctuate like your blood pressure but if you’re worried then I’d maybe ask if you can have it checked in another 3 months? The clear scope and scan is reassuring though
Take care
Karen x
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