Squamous cell carcinoma antigen as an adjunct tumour marker in primary carcinoma of the lung.

The findings suggest that CEA is a good general marker for carcinoma, particularly adenocarcinoma. In contrast, squamous cell carcinoma antigen is more specific for squamous carcinoma.

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Main Authors: Cheah, P.L., Liam, C.K., Yap, S.F., Looi, L.M.
Format: Article
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 1994
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Online Access:http://eprints.um.edu.my/326/
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC494745/?tool=pubmed
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Summary:The findings suggest that CEA is a good general marker for carcinoma, particularly adenocarcinoma. In contrast, squamous cell carcinoma antigen is more specific for squamous carcinoma.