CA 125-II, an improved version of the original CA 125 assay, is now commercially available. Researchers have identified certain markers which seem to correlate with the presence of particular types of cancer. A tumor marker can be detected in the blood or other body fluids and may be an indicator of cancer cell production. It is important to note, however, that no individual tumor marker is conclusive for cancer and virtually all are present at low levels in the normal human body or in other non-cancerous conditions. If you have concerns about your CA-125 please consult your physician.
Additional evaluation is necessary to make such determinations.
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