For example, I had a blood test to see if I had an iron deficiency. Would the sample also be tested for cancer?
2006-06-08 02:45:36 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Not automatically. Testing is expensive and unless you felt you were having other problems that might warrant further investigation, they will test for iron only.
2006-06-08 02:48:22 · answer #1 · answered by ND M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, your specimen is tested for whatever your provider ordered. If you are concerned or would like extra tests done, call your provider ASAP to add onto the bloodwork you've already had drawn. In either case, communicating with your provider is best. No worries!
2006-06-08 02:53:01 · answer #2 · answered by like_a_p_jam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, those are entirely different screening tests.
The components that stand out for iron content are not the same for cancer, AIDS, cholesterol, etc.
2006-06-08 02:50:12 · answer #3 · answered by J.D. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no but if u want to test it for cancer , ask for a c.a.125 blood test
2006-06-08 02:49:51 · answer #4 · answered by cc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, You have to specifically ask for the cancer scan to be done.
2006-06-08 02:49:01 · answer #5 · answered by Danielle B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no not unless requested by the doctor.
2006-06-08 02:48:51 · answer #6 · answered by mooka 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋