CA153 Test, Breast Cancer Home Kit

CA153 & Breast Cancer Details

Sample (blood) taken at home through finger pricking. Our CA 15-3 / CA153 & Breast Cancer Blood Test detects a biomarker to evaluate risk of developing the condition.

CA 15-3 is a glycoprotein released by carcinogenic breast cells, the levels of which useful in the diagnosis and monitoring of breast cancer treatment. Its levels are useful in breast cancer screening, which is helpful since its mortality rate is steadily rising.

This exam detects a biomarker indicating the levels of:

CA 15-3 level in blood.

Kit Instructions

CA153 sample should be taken in the morning and before taking medication. Please refrain from taking biotin supplements for 2 days before the day of sample collection.

For the the best samples, we suggest:

Staying hydrated before taking a sample.
Taking a warm shower to improve blood flow.
Doing light exercise.
Shaking the test tube gently instead of violently.
Avoiding a hard squeeze on the finger.
Not leaving the sample to sit for more than a day to prevent clotting.

Why should you evaluate CA153 with us?

Direct laboratory prices and support.
Fast results and prescriptions.
CE-certified sensitive PCR laboratory equipment for accurate tests.
Pre-paid Royal Mail delivery.
MHRA-registered IVD devices.
WhatsApp support during business hours.

How does the Breast Cancer exam work?

To analyze and receive results:

Access the link provided in the written instructions on the test kit.
Collect samples according to instructions.
Put the collected sample into the provided additional box.
Locate the nearest drop box through the Royal Mail app.
Place the box into the drop box to be delivered and analyzed.
Receive your results in 1-3 days.

Order your CA153 test kit and collect your sample at home.

Drop off the sample in the Royal Mail Red Street Box. Use the Track 24/48 return label to the laboratory

Receive your results through email or by opening your dashboard on our site.

How fast can I get my results?

The typical turnaround time for the CA153 kit is 1-3 days. Do note that while we aim to give you results as quickly as possible, the exact result processing time may vary. Please do not leave the sample to sit for too long as it may cause clotting and damage the sample. Send it to our laboratory as soon as possible after taking one. The close proximity of our laboratory to our clinic allows us to instantly analyze samples.

We suggest taking your sample from Monday to Thursday to avoid delivery delays from our laboratory.

Scientific Data for Breast Cancer from Supplier (Instrument and Reagent)

Method:

Fluorescence quantitative immunoassay.

Accuracy and precision:

The relative standard deviation from the target value is less than or equal to 15%. The within-assay CV is less than or equal to 15 %. The between-assay CV is less than or equal to 15%.

Validation-Active Information:

EQA: N/A
Inter-laboratory validations:
- Periodic according to the validation schedule.
- Event-triggered.

In range results:

Healthy females are expected to have a value below 31 U/mL in the serum from a blood sample.

Out-of-range results:

Any Breast Cancer Tumour Marker result greater than 31 U/mL ranges would be considered abnormal.

Product Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5

Lara – February 15, 2024

Using the testing kits was a breeze! Clear instructions made it easy to collect sample at home, and the process was straightforward.
Rated 5 out of 5

Chloe Spence – November 9, 2023

The customer service team was helpful and responsive. The results were extremely fast

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Shipping and Return Policies

Appointment:

Missed appointments or cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not entitled to refunds. Rescheduling is possible but not guaranteed. Please contact the customer service prior to the appointment time to discuss cost and availability options.

Shipping & Return:

We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To Qualify for any return, the product must be in the same condition as when you received it. Not used, not opened, unworn, in its original packaging. You will also need to send it to us with the receipt or proof of purchase.

Please return to: Medicines by MailBox, 89 Falcon Rd, London. SW11 2PF

You can read our full return policy here:

https://medicinesbymailbox.co.uk/return-policy/

We offer next day delivery; however courier delivery times are out of our control. We are unable to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your order has been dispatched. And orders placed by 1pm are dispatched on the same day.

CA153 Shipping & Return:

We offer next-day delivery. However, please also note that the courier delivery times are out of our control and late deliveries are NOT REFUNDABLE.

Orders which are placed by 1 p.m are dispatched on the same business day.

We provide a 14-day return policy, meaning that you will have 14 days (2 weeks) after receiving your item to request a return.

To qualify for a return, please note that the product must be unused, unworn, and in original condition similar to when you had received it.

Return Address: Medicines Online, 89 Falcon Rd, London. SW11 2PF.

https://ascotpharmacy.co.uk/return-policy/

Principle IVD Regulatory Certification

MHRA Reference Number: 10271 – Unistik Lancet

MHRA Registration Number: 9489 – BD Microtainer Tube

CA 15-3 / CA153 & Breast Cancer Blood Test (Home Kit) – £79

Accurately detects a biomarker indicating the levels of: