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Posted on Mon, 18 Jan 2016
Question: Is there any screening test for cancer , my parents are above 50 years old , and I want them to do some test . Can you pls suggest ?
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes there are screening tests for cancer.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Screening tests for males are
1. S. PSA level.
2. Ultrasound examination of abdomen and prostate.
3. Chest x ray
4. S. CEA level.
5. S. LDH
For women
1. Mammography
2. Chest x ray
3. Ultrasound examination of uterus
4. Serum HCG and Serum AFP levels.
5. HPV screening
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your parents. Thanks.
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Suggest Screening Tests For Cancer

Brief Answer: Yes there are screening tests for cancer. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Screening tests for males are 1. S. PSA level. 2. Ultrasound examination of abdomen and prostate. 3. Chest x ray 4. S. CEA level. 5. S. LDH For women 1. Mammography 2. Chest x ray 3. Ultrasound examination of uterus 4. Serum HCG and Serum AFP levels. 5. HPV screening Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your parents. Thanks.