Is there a tumor marker for lymphoma?

For malignant lymphoma, there is no highly sensitive or specific tumor marker for diagnosis. However, some tumor markers such as cell surface marker or karyotypic analysis are useful for diagnosis combined with other clinical and pathological information.

What tests are used to diagnose Hodgkin lymphoma?

Your doctor may recommend imaging tests to look for signs of Hodgkin’s lymphoma in other areas of your body. Tests may include X-ray, CT and positron emission tomography. Removing a lymph node for testing. Your doctor may recommend a lymph node biopsy procedure to remove a lymph node for laboratory testing.

Can blood tests detect Hodgkin’s lymphoma?

Blood tests alone cannot detect Hodgkin lymphoma. Computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan. A CT scan takes pictures of the inside of the body using x-rays taken from different angles.

What is a good tumor marker number?

Normal range: < 2.5 ng/ml. Normal range may vary somewhat depending on the brand of assay used. Levels > 10 ng/ml suggest extensive disease and levels > 20 ng/ml suggest metastatic disease.

What are the warning signs of Hodgkin’s lymphoma?

Signs and symptoms of Hodgkin’s lymphoma may include:

• Painless swelling of lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin.
• Persistent fatigue.
• Fever.
• Night sweats.
• Unexplained weight loss.
• Severe itching.
• Increased sensitivity to the effects of alcohol or pain in your lymph nodes after drinking alcohol.

What is the most common presenting symptom of Hodgkin’s lymphoma?

The most common symptom of Hodgkin lymphoma is one or more enlarged (swollen) lymph nodes. The enlarged lymph node may be in the neck, upper chest, armpit, abdomen or groin. The swollen lymph node is usually painless.

Are WBC elevated in lymphoma?

People with HL can sometimes have abnormal blood counts. For example, if the lymphoma invades the bone marrow (where new blood cells are made) a person might have anemia (not enough red blood cells). A high white blood cell count is another possible sign of HL, although it can also be caused by infection.