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Immunohistochemistry -CEA

الكيمياء النسيجية المناعية - CEA

Sample Type

🧪 Tissue

Results In

7-10 Days

Fasting

✅ Not Required

Parameters

📊 1

What is Immunohistochemistry -CEA?

The CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen) immunohistochemistry test identifies CEA protein in a tissue sample. CEA is a protein that can be found in various tissues, and its presence or absence helps pathologists characterize certain types of tumors, particularly adenocarcinomas.

Why is this test important?

CEA staining is widely used to identify adenocarcinomas, especially those originating from the gastrointestinal tract, lung, and breast. It helps determine the primary site of a metastatic tumor and differentiate adenocarcinomas from other tumor types, aiding in diagnosis and treatment.

How to Prepare

No special preparation required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to fast before my blood test?
It depends on the test. Tests like lipid profile and fasting blood sugar require 10-12 hours of fasting. Tests like CBC, vitamin D, and thyroid do not require fasting. Each test page on our website clearly states the fasting requirements.

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