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Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 188 Likes: 1 | Cheryl,
here is a link to a pdf file from the test manufacturer that gives some interpretive guidance.
http://www.aruplab.com/TestDirectory/resources_testDirectory/TechnicalBulletins/squamous_nov04.pdf#search=%22squamous%20cell%20carcinoma%20antigen%20test%22
You will notice that there are a number of things which can give an elevated reading, with malignancies giving readings in the range of 50 to 80. I'm not a medical professional, but I'd say this looks like something within the normal range. One test result without any knowledge of a reference (what's normal for him), especially one that close to normal isn't reason to freak out.
Perhaps I have too much faith in doctors, but I would't think they would mail out test results you should freak out about without first contacting the patient.
I hope this helps.
Good Health,
Chuck
SCC Stage IV right tonsil T3N3M0. Dx 08/03. Clinical Trial:8 weeks Taxol, Carboplatin then Hydrea, 5FU, IMRT x's 48, SND, Iressa x 2yrs. Now 20 years out and thriving. Dealing with a Prostate cancer diagnosis now. Add a Bladder cancer diagnosis to all the fun.
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