Pancreas-specific antigen (PaA)

Pancreatic specific antigen is a glycoprotein synthesized in pancreatic acinar, which can be significantly increased in pancreatic cancer. It is an ideal reference for the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Elevated in pancreatic cancer (positive rate 70%, specificity 95%), pancreatitis. Basic Information Specialist classification: Oncology examination classification: immune examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: fasting Tips: Do not eat too greasy, high protein food the day before the blood draw. Normal value <41ug/L. Clinical significance Elevated in pancreatic cancer (positive rate 70%, specificity 95%), pancreatitis. Positive results may be diseases: pancreatic cancer, pancreatic encephalopathy syndrome precautions First, the precautions before blood draw 1, do not eat too greasy, high-protein food the day before the blood, to avoid heavy drinking. The alcohol content in the blood directly affects the test results. 2. After 8 pm on the day before the medical examination, you should start fasting for 12 hours to avoid affecting the test results. 3, should relax when taking blood, to avoid the contraction of blood vessels caused by fear, increase the difficulty of blood collection. Second, should pay attention after blood draw 1. After blood is drawn, local compression is required at the pinhole for 3-5 minutes to stop bleeding. Note: Do not rub, so as not to cause subcutaneous hematoma. 2, the pressing time should be sufficient. There is a difference in clotting time for each person, and some people need a little longer to clotting. Therefore, when the surface of the skin appears to be bleeding, the compression is stopped immediately, and the blood may be infiltrated into the skin due to incomplete hemostasis. Therefore, the compression time is longer to completely stop bleeding. If there is a tendency to bleed, the compression time should be extended. 3, after the blood draw symptoms of fainting such as: dizziness, vertigo, fatigue, etc. should immediately lie down, drink a small amount of syrup, and then undergo a physical examination after the symptoms are relieved. 4. If there is localized congestion, use a warm towel after 24 hours to promote absorption. 3. Please inform the doctor about the recent medication and special physiological changes before the test. Inspection process Take the right amount of blood and send it for inspection. Not suitable for the crowd Not suitable for people: people with major bleeding. Adverse reactions and risks May cause an infection.

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