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CA-125

Normal range < 35 U/mL (< 35 kU/L SI). Specimen: Serum.

Also known as: cancer antigen 125.

< 35 U/mLReference range

Reference range

This result is reported qualitatively or as a one-sided threshold rather than a two-sided numeric band.

SpecimenSerum
Conventional range< 35 U/mL
SI range< 35 kU/L
Conversion factor×1 (conventional → SI)
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What is the normal range for CA-125?

The standard teaching reference range for CA-125 is < 35 U/mL in conventional units, or < 35 kU/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum.

Source: Adult reference values compiled from Pagana & Pagana, Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference, and Fischbach & Dunning, A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population — always use the range printed on the actual result.

Above the range

Common causes of a high CA-125

  • Ovarian cancer (monitoring)
  • Endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Pregnancy or menstruation
  • Peritoneal irritation

At the bedside

Nursing considerations

  • Used to monitor ovarian cancer; many benign conditions also raise it.

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