February 13, 2025
Measures CA 125 tumor marker used mainly in ovarian and pelvic disease follow-up context.
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| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Common cut-off | about 35 U/mL |
| Raised | needs context |
| Trend | follow-up value |
CA 125 is not a standalone cancer diagnosis and can rise in non-cancer conditions.
Ca-125 is a laboratory blood test. It is commonly used as a tumor marker. The test commonly used in ovarian cancer monitoring.
Doctors may also include it in treatment monitoring assessments. The result should be read with the laboratory range, symptoms, medical history and other relevant results. The listed sample type is Blood (Serum).
A routine blood draw is low risk. You may feel a brief sting when the needle goes in, and some people notice temporary bruising, soreness or light-headedness afterwards. Fainting and infection are uncommon. The sample is collected at your home by a trained phlebotomist using sterile equipment, and the draw takes only a few minutes. If you feel unwell during or after collection, tell the phlebotomist or speak to your doctor.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only. For Lucknow bookings, read this along with the city price, fasting note and home sample collection details on this page.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result unit | U/mL | Use the reference range printed on your final report. |
| High CA-125 | Above lab range | May occur in ovarian cancer and many non-cancer conditions. |
| Trend use | Serial CA-125 | Often used to monitor treatment or recurrence. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Tumor marker | Commonly used in ovarian cancer monitoring. |
| Treatment monitoring | Tracks response in selected patients. |
| Risk follow-up | Sometimes used with imaging in high-risk situations. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms/context | Pelvic pain, bloating, abdominal swelling, abnormal bleeding. |
| Non-cancer causes | Periods, pregnancy, endometriosis, fibroids or inflammation may raise CA-125. |
| Follow-up users | People under gynecology/oncology review. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions. |
| Cycle note | Menstrual cycle can affect values. |
| Interpretation | CA-125 alone is not a cancer diagnosis. |
The current Ca-125 price in Lucknow is Rs. 1185. The final booking details are shown before you confirm.
No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions.
Select Add to Cart or Book Now, choose a suitable slot and provide your address and pincode. Home collection is available where serviceable.
The payment option shown in the active booking flow applies to your order. Confirm the final amount and collection details before completing the booking.
Your report shows the laboratory reference range. A doctor can interpret the result together with your symptoms, medical history and other tests.
Report timing is shown during booking and can vary by test. Completed reports are shared digitally once the laboratory has processed the sample.
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