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@clschreiner, that must be very scary for you both. You are not alone. There are other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1051453/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 15 8:00pm

My dad's CA 19-9 level was 4999.9 when he was diagnosed with cancer, after 6 chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/623845/

Discussion: CA 19-9 and pancreatic cancer: What do the numbers mean?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 6, 2021

From https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/ca-19-9-antigen#:~:text=Interference%20of%20heterophilic%20antibodies%20causing,of%20CA%2D19%2D9. "Elevated CA-19-9 levels usually precede the radiographic appearance of recurrent disease, but confirmation of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972473/

Discussion: Oxaliplatin: What are the effects of dropping it from FOLFIRINOX?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2023

@afaqsworld and others - here is some information on the test that may be helpful. "High...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/291691/

Discussion: CA 19-9 and pancreatic cancer: What do the numbers mean?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 9, 2020

I am not a doctor and my knowledge is limited compared to many others on the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1177272/

Discussion: post whipple strange labs

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Posted: 1 day ago

I too have Stage IV PanCan diagnosed October 2022. Initial CA-19-9 was 3600. Started fulfinorix treatment....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/824494/

Discussion: 2 questions: Interpretation of CA19-9. SBRT methods.

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2023

CA 19-9 decline for 10 sessions then increase on 11th…. CA 19-9 declined from 1,100 at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/984456/

Discussion: CA-19 numbers continuing downward

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 21, 2023

Based on personal experience the CA 19-9 went above the normal range within a week or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/974179/

Discussion: Why CA-19-9 Test not included in annual lab tests

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 3, 2023

Hi, my latest scan showed 40% decrease in PanCan to and 20%+ decrease in liver tumor....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/827006/

Discussion: 2 questions: Interpretation of CA19-9. SBRT methods.

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2023

Carol, you might be interested in this related discussion: - CA 19-9 and pancreatic cancer: What...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/622624/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 2, 2021

What about CA 19 numbers in the 190,000 range. That is where my dad is

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1157032/

Discussion: Does a change in CA19-9 indicate change in tumor?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 14 1:38pm

Hi, was diagnosed with PANCAN Stage IV with M to liver 10/20/22. As added bonus also...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/802234/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer and CA19-9

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 27, 2023

It sounds a bit inconclusive, but I am not a medical professional. What was her CA...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1155302/

Discussion: Need help on this biopsy report and advice.

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 11 8:44am

So hard to know what signs to look for. My husbands CA-19 in March before starting...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/911608/

Discussion: CEA and CA19-9 Results as Predictors of Treatment Outcome

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 12, 2023

Also, abdominal exercises such as sit ups or a recent colonoscopy will elevate CA 19-9.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/936838/

Discussion: Why CA-19-9 Test not included in annual lab tests

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Posted: Sep 26, 2023

Every three months everything is clear. CA 19 is 4 going back this September again

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/914952/

Discussion: Stage IV

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Posted: Aug 18, 2023

Yes, he recently had a CA 19-9 blood test and his result was 34.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997330/

Discussion: Difficult Diagnosis

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Posted: Jan 14 7:20pm

I gave wrong date for CA-19 starting to rise. It was October 2022, not 2023!! My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972193/

Discussion: Oxaliplatin: What are the effects of dropping it from FOLFIRINOX?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2023

In most cases a CA 19-9 blood test would be used as a secondary diagnostic tool...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/991778/

Discussion: Difficult Diagnosis

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 5 9:04am

@patriceerininfo411, have you had a chance to talk with your oncologist about your concerns and the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1146269/

Discussion: Is it possible to have very high CEA and CA19-9 without cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 23 5:01pm