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==Overview==
==Overview==
Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of pancreatic [[cancer]] include abnormal [[liver function tests]], elevated [[CA 19-9]] and [[CEA]] levels.
Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of pancreatic [[cancer]] include abnormal [[liver function tests]] and elevated [[CA 19-9]] and [[CEA]] levels.


==Laboratory Findings==
==Laboratory Findings==

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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 and elevated CA 19-9 and CEA levels.

Laboratory Findings

  • CA19-9 or CEA levels can be followed over time to help tell how well treatment is working.


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