Carcino Embryonic Antigen (CEA)

Biomarker blood monitoring test for bowel cancer

At-home test
Doctor reviewed

Sample: Blood
Collection: At-home finger-prick or Tasso autodraw or venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
Results in: 1 day
Biomarkers: 1
Doctor reviewed: Yes

Tests for

Carcino Embryonic Antigen

Test specifications

Provider: Blue Horizon Medicals
Sample type: blood
Collection method: at-home finger-prick or Tasso autodraw or venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
Turnaround time: 1 day
Biomarkers tested: 1
At-home test: Yes
Doctor reviewed: Yes
Gender focus: Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals.

Carcino Embryonic Antigen

About this test

Carcino Embryonic Antigen (CEA) blood test is carried out to check for the return of colon and other cancers in those already diagnosed. It is not generally recommended as a screening test for cancer in the general population, but may be useful as part of a general investigation into suspected cancer in some individuals. It can be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment and also the recurrence of disease. This test is usually tested before, during and after starting treatment.

Description provided by Blue Horizon Medicals.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score

Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.
Clinical depth 6.4/10

1 biomarkers, placing it in the 32nd percentile of cancer screening tests we track.
Collection convenience 10.0/10

Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.
Results and follow-up 8.5/10

Results are reviewed by a doctor.
Trust signals 7.5/10

Trustpilot 4.2 from 395 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); trading 17+ years.
Value for money 6.0/10

£82.25 against a median of £75.00 for the 19 similarly sized cancer screening tests we track (+10%).

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