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Table 9.1
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Marker
Type of Tumor Identified
Antimalignin antibody (AMA)
New test that can help with early detection
CA 27-29
A tumor marker similar to CA15-3 antigen, used primarily to help with detection of a recurrence of breast cancer
Fibroblastic growth factor (FGF)
A simple blood or urine test to detect early cancer activity; fibroblastic growth factor (FGF) is a protein that is released from some cells and stimulates new blood vessels, an action necessary to feed tumors; scientists have now detected elevated levels of FGF in the urine of cancer patients; in general, the more FGF released, the bigger the tumor's blood supply and the greater the risk of metastasis 5,6

 
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