Jaanch - Tumour Panel Test - Male

Blood tests can still play a crucial role in cancer diagnosis and monitoring. In the context of male-specific cancers, blood tests may be used to measure specific biomarkers or substances that can indicate the presence or progression of certain cancers.

• Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP): AFP is a protein produced by the developing fetus. In males, elevated AFP levels can be associated with certain types of testicular cancer, particularly non-seminomatous germ cell tumors. AFP is used as a tumor marker to aid in the diagnosis, staging, and monitoring of these cancers.
• CA 19-9: CA 19-9 is a tumor marker primarily associated with gastrointestinal cancers, including pancreatic, colorectal, and gastric cancers. Elevated CA 19-9 levels can indicate the presence of these types of cancers, although further diagnostic tests are needed to confirm the diagnosis.
• Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA): CEA is a tumor marker that can be elevated in various cancers, including colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, and certain other malignancies. CEA levels are monitored to assess treatment response and detect cancer recurrence.
• Free Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA): PSA is a protein produced by the prostate gland. The PSA blood test is primarily used for screening and monitoring prostate cancer. In prostate cancer, PSA levels can be elevated. The free PSA test measures the percentage of unbound PSA in the blood and can be used in conjunction with total PSA levels to help differentiate between benign prostate conditions and prostate cancer.
• Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA): The PSA blood test measures the level of PSA in the blood. It is commonly used for the detection and monitoring of prostate cancer. Elevated PSA levels can indicate the presence of prostate cancer, although further evaluation, such as a prostate biopsy, is needed for a definitive diagnosis.
• Beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (??-HCG): Beta-HCG is a hormone produced during pregnancy, but in rare cases, certain types of testicular cancer, such as choriocarcinoma and some germ cell tumors, can also produce ??-HCG. Elevated ??-HCG levels in males can indicate the presence of these types of testicular cancers.