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HE4 - Human Epididymis Protein 4 Test

HE4 - Human Epididymis Protein 4 Test

HE4 Index test is conducted on a sample of blood to measure level of HE4 in blood. It is performed to detect Epithelial Cancer and Ovarian Cancer it is also well-known as HE4 with Roma Index test. This test assesses human epididymis protein 4 (HE4), a new ovarian cancer biomarker, both only and in grouping with CA 125 as a diagnostic marker for ovarian cancer. The HE4 test is not intended to be used to monitor mucinous epithelial ovarian cancers since it is hardly ever high in these cancers.

No special preparation is needed for He4 with Roma Index Automated Blood. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any basic medical conditions or allergies prior to undergoing He4 with Roma Index Automated Blood. Your doctor depending on your state will give definite instructions. On the day of the test, you may to have wear a T-shirt or short-sleeved shirt to let easier contact while drawing the blood

Ovarian cancer remains a leading cause of death from gynecological malignancy. Early diagnosis is the most important determinant of survival. The top known test for ovarian cancer diagnosis, and is the serum marker most extensively used to observe therapeutic response and to notice disease, or disease recurrence, for epithelial ovarian cancer.

He4 with Roma Index Automated Blood is done using automated technique on a Blood sample. A blood sample is obtained by inserting a needle into a vein in the arm typically in the one that can be seen from the skin. The blood is drawn out from the needle by a nozzle, stored in a vessel and sealed with your name this sample is saved in the research laboratory for examination

Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.8ml
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Average price range of the test is approximately Rs.2100 depending on the factors of city, quality and availablity.

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What is HE4 - Human Epididymis Protein 4 Test?
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