Carcino-Embryonic Antigen Blood Test in Malaysia
Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is a protein found in many types of cells but associated with tumours and the developing fetus.CEA is tested in blood. Benign conditions that can increase CEA include smoking, infection, inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, and some benign tumours (in the same organs which have cancers with increased CEA). Benign disease does not usually cause a CEA increase over 10 ng/ml.The main use of CEA is as a tumour marker, especially with intestinal cancer. The most common cancers that elevate CEA are in the colon and rectum. Others: cancer of the pancreas, stomach, breast, lung, and certain types of thyroid and ovarian cancer.
Sample Type
Blood Sample
Turnaround
24–48 Hours
Fasting
No Fasting
Clinics
450+ Locations
Why Take This Test?
Monitoring certain cancers (e.g. bowel) after diagnosis — not for general screening.
Why Doctors Recommend It
To monitor colorectal and some other cancers after treatment; not recommended for asymptomatic screening.
How It Works in 3 Easy Steps
Skip the hospital queues. Book online, walk in, and review reports on your phone.
Book on App
Select this test, choose your nearest clinic, and confirm booking.
Quick 5-Min Sample
Walk into your selected partner GP clinic for blood sample collection.
Results in 24–48h
Digital PDF report sent to WhatsApp & Elab App with doctor teleconsult.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Carcino-Embryonic Antigen test?
To monitor colorectal and some other cancers after treatment; not recommended for asymptomatic screening.
Do I need to fast before taking this blood test?
No fasting is typically required for this specific test unless combined with fasting glucose or lipid panels. Plain water is always encouraged.
How do I access my laboratory report?
Once processed by our certified laboratory (within 24–48 hours), your secure digital report will be sent directly to your WhatsApp and permanently saved in your Elab App account. You can also request a free post-report doctor video call.
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