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Panic over blood test results ca125

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Winniethewee98 · 04/01/2025 18:24

I had this test Thursday along with my smear which was due. I have had some pains and needing to wee a lot and so was tested for a few things such as the ca125, blood count, kidneys etc. all were ok but the ca125 was 28. It says the normal is less than 34 but different websites say different things with one suggesting over 20 is abnormal. I have already had a scan earlier this month for pain but nothing was found. Sorry if this is a bit jumbled. What I wanted to ask has anyone had high numbers and it turned out ok? Also any doctors that can reassure me. Many thanks 🙏

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Winniethewee98 · 04/01/2025 20:05

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Winniethewee98 · 04/01/2025 18:52

I am in peri menopause yes. Should I ask for more scans? It’s annoying as some labs will further investigate if you have ca125 over 20 I guess it maybe depends where you live. I was having pains like cramps and needing to wee a lot but it was put down to an upset stomach or irritable badder as the scans were clear. Was also negative for any uti. However have been on forums and people with ovarian cancer have said their cancer was missed on several scans.

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creamsnugjumper · 04/01/2025 18:32

Sorry meant to add needing to wee more could be IC, enlarged uterus, bowl issues, peri etc..

Lots of things to investigate before cancer.

creamsnugjumper · 04/01/2025 18:30

OP as worrying as you think that is only a reading of 35 would be the indicator for further investigation, and even at that level it's low and a precaution look.

What are you specifically worried about cancer wise is the pain in your pelvic area?

Just as an aside I'm aware of these levels as I have endometriosis and we tend to measure high for CA125 markers. (Above 35) Also peri menopause can cause higher readings, so lots of other reason for these, other than cancer.

Just to put your mind at rest the GP could ask for some further scans just the reassure you, and follow up with bloods in 3-6 months.