🏷️ Cancer & Oncology
💰 Estimated Cost: ৳ ১,৫০০ - ৳ ১০,০০০ (পেট-সিটি ব্যতিরেকে)
Cancer Screening & Tumor Markers
🩺 Common Clinical Symptoms:
Lump in breast or body, abnormal bleeding, persistent hoarseness, chronic cough, sudden weight loss, change in bowel or bladder habits, difficulty swallowing.
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Primary & Essential Diagnostic Tests
These initial diagnostic tests are prescribed at the onset of symptoms for initial screening and triage:
1. Mammography & Breast USG (Breast Cancer screening)\n2. Pap Smear / Cervical Cytology (Cervical Cancer screening)\n3. Serum PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen - Prostate Cancer in men)\n4. Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT / Stool OBT)
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Confirmatory & Specialized Advanced Tests
These secondary confirmatory tests help identify organ involvement, stage, and specialized therapeutic path:
1. Core Needle Biopsy / FNAC (Tissue Histopathology - Definitive Diagnosis)\n2. Colonoscopy with Biopsy\n3. Tumor Markers: CA-125 (Ovarian), CEA (Colorectal), AFP (Liver), CA 19-9 (Pancreas)\n4. Whole Body PET-CT Scan
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⏱️ Sample Collection Preparation & Rules
For Mammography: Do not apply deodorant, powder or perfume on breasts/armpits on the test day. For PSA: Avoid sexual activity or bike riding 48 hours prior.
⚠️ Clinical Advisory
Doctors may customize test orders based on specific patient health profiles and comorbidities. Always review findings with a certified physician.
