Tumour markers are substances, usually proteins, that are produced by the body in response to cancer growth or by the cancer tissue itself. Some tumour markers are specific for one type of cancer, while others are seen in several cancer types. Many of the well-known markers are seen in non-cancerous conditions as well as cancer. Consequently, they cannot be used to diagnose cancer.
Read about Tumour markers on the Lab Tests Online AU website.
5 Questions
5 questions to ask your doctor or other healthcare provider to make sure you end up with the right amount of care.