MALIGNANCY PANEL – MALE – COMPREHENSIVE MALE CANCER SCREENING AT MedEx Neo Clinic

🌟 Introduction

The Malignancy Panel – Male is a specialized diagnostic package designed for early detection and monitoring of cancers in men. It is ideal for men with family history of cancer, unexplained symptoms, or those undergoing routine health check-ups.

At MedEx Neo Clinic, Kathmandu, this panel combines tumor markers and prostate-specific tests to provide a complete assessment of male malignancy risk.

🩺 Why Take the Male Malignancy Panel?

This panel is recommended for:

• ✔️ Men with family history of cancers
• ✔️ Individuals with unexplained weight loss, urinary symptoms, or abdominal pain
• ✔️ Men seeking routine cancer screening
• ✔️ Early detection of prostate, gastrointestinal, liver, and germ cell tumors

📊 Detailed Tests Included & Their Importance

1. CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)

• Marker for colorectal and other cancers
• Helps in monitoring treatment response and recurrence

2. CA 19.9

• Used for pancreatic, gastrointestinal, and biliary cancers
• Elevated levels may indicate early-stage malignancy

3. Beta HCG

• While known as a pregnancy marker, elevated levels in men may indicate germ cell tumors or testicular cancer

4. PSA Total (Prostate Specific Antigen)

• Key marker for prostate health and prostate cancer detection
• Helps monitor prostate conditions and early malignancy

5. Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP)

• Marker for liver and germ cell tumors
• Important for detecting malignancy and monitoring therapy

🏥 Why Choose MedEx Neo Clinic?

At MedEx Neo Clinic, Kathmandu, we prioritize accuracy, early detection, and patient care:

• ✅ Certified laboratories for reliable and precise results
• ✅ Quick reporting with doctor-guided interpretation
• ✅ Affordable packages designed for male malignancy screening
• ✅ Confidential testing in a comfortable environment

🧠 Patient Education – Things You Should Know

❓ What Is a Malignancy Panel?

A malignancy panel measures specific tumor markers in the blood that can indicate the presence or risk of cancer. Early detection is key to effective treatment and better outcomes.

❓ Who Should Take This Panel?

• Men with family history of cancer
• Individuals with urinary problems, unexplained abdominal pain, or weight loss
• Men seeking preventive cancer screening

❓ How Often Should You Test?

• Recommended annually for high-risk individuals
• May be repeated based on doctor’s advice and previous results

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Are these tests diagnostic for cancer?

• No, these are screening tests. Abnormal results require further investigation such as imaging or biopsy.

2. Do I need to fast before these tests?

• No fasting is required for tumor marker tests.

3. How soon will I get the results?

• Reports are typically available 24–48 hours.

4. Can I book this panel at home?

• Yes, MedEx Neo Clinic provides home sample collection within Kathmandu Valley.

📌 Summary

The Malignancy Panel – Male by MedEx Neo Clinic provides:

• Screening for prostate, gastrointestinal, liver, and germ cell tumors
• Early detection and monitoring of malignancy risk
• Comprehensive blood-based evaluation using key tumor markers

This panel is essential for men at risk of malignancy, ensuring early detection and timely intervention for better health outcomes.