You received your CA 125 blood test results but still need help determining if they fall under the normal range. Read this section to know if your results range between the CA 125 normal range.
What Do Cancer Antigen 125 Results Mean?
The CA 125 Test results provide you with the range of CA-125 levels in your body; depending on the level of CA-125, our healthcare provider will discuss what your test results mean for you. Even if the test shows high CA-125 levels, further testing is needed to diagnose cancer. The result of one test alone isn’t usually helpful. Your provider will order CA-125 tests in a series so they can identify changes in levels.
If you have had a history of ovarian cancer, a high CA-125 reading may mean the cancer has returned or progressed. A lower score may indicate treatment is working.
What Is CA 125 Normal Range?
To interpret the results of the CA 125 blood test, it is crucial to understand the CA 125 normal range. The normal range of CA 125 levels may vary slightly among different laboratories but generally falls below 35 units per milliliter (U/mL). When the CA 125 levels exceed the normal range, it could indicate the presence of ovarian cancer or other conditions such as endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease.
What Medical Conditions Can Cause High CA 125 Level?
If your test results show higher than normal CA 125 levels (>35 U/mL), the following medical conditions might be causing it:
- Endometriosis
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Uterine fibroids
- Liver disease
- Pancreatitis
- Gastrointestinal cancers
What Medical Conditions Can Cause Low CA 125 Level?
If your test results show lower than normal CA 125 levels, the following medical conditions might be causing it: