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:*[[Liver function tests]]: [[Jaundice]] is often one of the first signs of pancreatic [[cancer]], but it can have many causes other than [[cancer]]. | :*[[Liver function tests]]: [[Jaundice]] is often one of the first signs of pancreatic [[cancer]], but it can have many causes other than [[cancer]]. | ||
:*[[Tumor markers | :*[[Tumor markers]]: | ||
::*[[CA 19-9]] | ::*[[CA 19-9]] | ||
::*[[Carcinoembryonic antigen]] | |||
:::*[[CA19-9]] or [[CEA]] levels can be followed over time to help tell how well treatment is working. | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{reflist|2}} | {{reflist|2}} | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2];Parminder Dhingra, M.D. [3]
Overview
Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer include abnormal liver function tests, elevated CA 19-9 and CEA levels.
Laboratory Findings
- Liver function tests: Jaundice is often one of the first signs of pancreatic cancer, but it can have many causes other than cancer.