CA 72-4 is a glycoprotein tumor marker found in the blood. This test is primarily used to monitor gastric (stomach) cancer and ovarian mucinous carcinoma.
Category: Tumor Markers
Also known as: ca 72-4, ca72-4, ca 72 4, cancer antigen 72-4
Reference range: 0–6.9 U/mL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: U/mL
High values may indicate
High CA 72-4 levels may indicate gastric cancer, ovarian cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, or non-cancerous conditions such as pancreatitis or liver cirrhosis.
Low values may indicate
Low CA 72-4 levels are normal and may indicate a good response to cancer treatment in patients being monitored.