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HE4

LPack
LPack CSN Member Posts: 645
edited March 2014 in Ovarian Cancer #1
I did get my blood work done this morning. CBC, CA125 and HE4 and had my port flushed (keep forgetting to flush once a month - duh).

I was wondering have any of you had the HE4 test done yet?



Thanks,
Libby
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  • BonnieR
    BonnieR CSN Member Posts: 1,526 Member
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    Hi Libby, I have never had this test done, I know there has been some research on it that I've read. Could it be your Dr is part of a study? I am curious to hear more about why he decided to do it. Maybe you can share more after you see the Doc. ☺ Sending prayers for low tumor marker counts and good cbc counts. Teal Hugs ♥ Prayers Bonnie
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  • saundra
    saundra CSN Member Posts: 1,370 Member
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    Not me
    Hi Libby, I have not had this test. I do get a copy of my blood test each month to refer back to, if needed.
    Anxious to hear more on what you learn. Sometimes this discussion board is the best of information on new things. ((Hugs)) Saundra
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  • floridajo
    floridajo CSN Member Posts: 480
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    I have not heard of this test..what's it for?? ~~~Joanne
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  • LPack
    LPack CSN Member Posts: 645
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    floridajo said:

    I have not heard of this test..what's it for?? ~~~Joanne

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    Joanne,

    I found info when I googled HE4. It is another marker for ovarian cancer. I will not see my doctor until February this time as she wants to give me more time to recup from Hexalen. So I will not know what she is looking for in that test until then.

    I will be sure to inform this board as soon as I know.

    Libby
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