Ca125 (Ca - 125) - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance

Last reviewed 03/2023

 

Investigation findings and specific features Possible Cancer Recommendation
Serum CA125 results Ovarian

If serum CA125 is 35 IU/ml or greater, arrange an ultrasound scan of the abdomen and pelvis

  • normal serum CA125 (less than 35 IU/ ml), or CA125 of 35 IU/ml or greater but a normal ultrasound:
    • assess her carefully for other clinical causes of her symptoms and investigate if appropriate
    • if no other clinical cause is apparent, advise her to return to her GP if her symptoms become more frequent and/or persistent

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Related pages:

NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to primary care investigations)

NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to presenting symptoms and signs)

NICE urgent cancer referral guidance

CA125