Types

• CA 15.3 molecule is a mucin, being a product of the MUC1 gene. CA 15.3 is a highly polymorphic glycoprotein produced by normal breast cells. In many people with cancerous breast tumor ,there is an increased production of CA 15.3. It is elevated in 80% of those with Breast cancer that has spread.

It is useful in :

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Description

• <38.6 U/ml

When to get Tested

• Done along with other tests when advanced breast cancer is first diagnosed to help determine cancer characteristics and treatment options.
• CA 15-3 is not done when breast cancer is detected early before it has metastasized, because levels will not be elevated in majority of early cancers.

Elevated Level

• Pancreatic cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• Benign Breast Disease
• Ovarian Cancer
• Liver Cancer
• Cirrhosis
• Hepatitis

Decreased Level