Women who are suspected of having or have been diagnosed with fallopian tube, ovarian, or primary peritoneal cancer often undergo a blood test to measure their serum CA 125 level.
The association between fallopian tube, ovarian, and primary peritoneal cancer and serum CA 125 levels can be confusing. There is frequent misunderstanding about the implication of serum CA 125 levels as they relate to the diagnosis and management of this group of closely related malignancies.
This booklet explains the basics of what patients need to know about CA 125 — what it is, what it’s measuring, and what the values mean. This information will help you better understand how this test is used and interpreted in your treatment and follow-up.
