Wonderful news Lolly, Congrats!


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Carla.x

Julie2, that's a good question and I guess I'm not sure if the test is going to be accurate for me or not. When my onc agreed to the test, he said we'd run it for a few months then look at the results. I think the value of the test is in looking for a pattern. If one starts out at low numbers, then the numbers start rising, that would perhaps indicate trouble brewing and that scans were in order. In my case, my numbers started out in the high-normal range, but the last test showed a big drop:

03/28/06 - 12.7
04/25/06 - 11.5
05/24/06 - 6.8

Since I still have activity but it's considered minor and my overall condition is stable, what we'll probably be looking for if my onc decides to continue monitering me with this test is a rise in numbers, which is supposed to indicate progression.

Your numbers are in the mid-normal range, which I think is good. You have a good baseline to compare with future test results.

I look forward to seeing my oncologist when he's back from vacation, for his input on this. I'll let everyone know how that goes.

Very happy for you Lolly.

Christine

Dear Lolly,
I am so happy to hear your good news. You are so inspiring to all of us with your great attitude and your knowledgeable advice. I hope the next scan will show no activity. Will they do an MRI as well?
Good luck and all the best with your health and life.
Sarah

thanks!
 

Lolly thanks for the explanationation regarding the her2 serum test. Congratulations on the stable scans and hope for the clean scans next time. Julie

Delighted to hear it, Lolly! It really pays to stay informed and direct your own care and you are a great example of that....

A.A.