1 What are the causes of high CA125 levels? There are many possible reasons for high CA125 levels, including ovarian cancer, breast cancer, and benign diseases such as endometriosis and hepatitis. It could also be due to pregnancy, as CA125 levels may increase in pregnant women. Additionally, malignant and benign pleural and ascitic fluids may also cause an increase in CA125 levels. In such cases, prompt examination and treatment are necessary.
2 What is CA125? CA125 is a glycoprotein tumor antigen related to ovarian cancer. It is primarily found in epithelial ovarian cancer tissue and serum. It is primarily used for diagnosing serous ovarian cancer and epithelial ovarian cancer, as well as for evaluating post-operative radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
3 What are the causes of high CA125 levels? High CA125 levels are generally associated with conditions such as gastrointestinal cancer or gynecological cancer, including ovarian cancer and colon cancer. Elevated CA125 levels are often caused by ovarian tumors or endometriosis. Additionally, pregnancy can also lead to high CA125 levels due to the relatively high concentration of CA125 in amniotic fluid. If CA125 levels are high during early pregnancy, it is important to seek prompt medical attention to avoid missing the optimal treatment window.
