Cancer Marker Screening at Home, Men

A home blood test of 4 tumour markers linked to liver, pancreas, bowel and prostate health. Blood sample.

Tumour markers are proteins in the blood that can rise with some cancers, but also with many harmless conditions. On their own they can't confirm or rule out cancer, so this test is best for men with a family history of these cancers or whose doctor has advised it. PSA in particular can rise with infection, age or an enlarged prostate. If you have blood in your urine or stool, trouble passing urine or weight loss, see a doctor rather than relying on markers.

• Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP): A marker linked to liver health
• CA 19-9: A marker linked to pancreas health
• CEA: A marker linked to bowel health
• PSA: Screens prostate health

• Tests: 4
• Sample: Blood
• Fasting: Not needed
• Where: At home
• Visit time: About 30 mins
• Results: 3 to 4 days in the myAster app

• No fasting needed. Eat and drink as usual.
• Tell the nurse about any medicines or supplements you take.
• Avoid cycling or hard exercise for 24 hours before, as it can raise PSA.

• Men with a family history of these cancers
• Men whose doctor has advised these markers

• If you have symptoms like blood in urine or stool, or weight loss. See a doctor rather than relying on markers

Disclaimer: This is a screening package, not a diagnosis. Please review your results with a doctor, who may recommend further tests. For urgent symptoms, call 998 or go to the nearest emergency department.