Question
Female, 33 years old, recently felt some discomfort in her body, and later found out through a check-up that she has a tumor. How should one interpret the tumor series laboratory test results?
Answer
Generally, tumor laboratory test results involve interpreting several numerical values: Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), with normal serum AFP levels ranging from 10-30ug/L; Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), the positive rate of CEA in advanced tumors; CA125, and others. If these values are elevated and persistent, it may indicate the presence of a tumor, but it is not a definitive confirmation. It is recommended that patients still visit a regular professional hospital for a thorough pathological examination to confirm the diagnosis.