Female Tumour Marker Blood Test. Private Cancer Marker Testing For Women Who Want Answers, Not Waiting Lists.
You know your body. When something feels off, constant bloating, new pains, fatigue that will not shift, it is hard to shake the thought in the back of your mind.
“What if this is something serious?”
At Holden’s Wellness Clinic in Doncaster and Newark, we offer a discreet, private Female Tumour Marker Blood Test. It is designed for women who want fast information and reassurance when the NHS is slow, dismissive, or stuck in another backlog.
You are not “overthinking it”. You are taking your health seriously.
Book A Female Tumour Marker Test
🧪 What Is A Female Tumour Marker Test?
Tumour markers are substances in the blood that can rise in certain types of cancer or significant inflammation. They do not diagnose cancer on their own, but they can act as an early warning sign and a powerful reason to push for further investigation if needed.
Our Female Tumour Marker Profile checks markers that are particularly relevant to women, especially those worried about ovarian, breast, bowel, liver or pancreatic issues.
- CA125 – often raised in ovarian cancer and pelvic disease
- CA15-3 – associated with breast cancer in some cases
- CEA – linked with bowel and some other cancers
- CA19-9 – associated with pancreatic and gastrointestinal cancers
- AFP – a marker related to liver and some germ cell cancers
Taken together, these markers can give a useful picture when you have symptoms, risk factors, or family history that worry you.
Price: £299
Results: usually within 24 to 48 hours
Laboratory: London Medical Laboratory, CQC registered UK partner lab
😣 When Women Come To Us For Tumour Marker Testing
Most women do not book this test out of curiosity. They book it because something has been nagging at them for weeks or months, and nothing is moving.
Common reasons include:
- Persistent bloating or feeling “full” quickly
- Ongoing pelvic discomfort or lower abdominal pain
- Changes in periods that do not feel right for age or stage
- Breast changes, lumps, nipple discharge or pain that has not been checked fully
- Unexplained weight loss or weight gain
- Changes in bowel habit or blood in stool
- Family history of ovarian, breast, bowel or pancreatic cancer
- Being told “it is probably nothing” but still feeling uneasy
If you recognise yourself in any of those, doing nothing feels worse than getting checked.
🧠 You Are Not Being Dramatic. You Are Being Sensible.
Many women are told their symptoms are stress, hormones, perimenopause, anxiety, or “normal for your age”. Sometimes that is true. Sometimes it is not.
A private tumour marker test does not replace scans, GP advice, or specialist care. However, it can:
- Provide extra evidence if you need your concerns taken seriously
- Act as a starting point while you are stuck in referral queues
- Offer reassurance if markers are within expected ranges
- Support your decision to push for more investigation if results are abnormal
You are not wasting anyone’s time. You are protecting yourself and your family.
🏥 NHS Pathway Versus Private Female Tumour Marker Testing
The NHS Route
- Multiple GP appointments before tests are approved
- Blood tests often only ordered if “red flag” symptoms are present
- Tumour markers may not be requested unless a specialist is already involved
- Waiting lists for scans and clinics can stretch into months
The Holden’s Private Route
- Book directly, no referral needed
- Discreet blood draw in a private consultation room
- Results usually within 24 to 48 hours
- Clear, printed or emailed lab report you can take to your GP or consultant
- Ideal if you are stuck waiting, worried, or feel you are not being heard
We do not diagnose or rule out cancer. We give you reliable information faster, so you can decide what to do next.
Book A Female Tumour Marker Test
🧭 Who This Test Is Most Suitable For
This profile is particularly relevant if you:
- Have a family history of ovarian, breast, bowel or pancreatic cancer
- Are over 40 and noticing new or persistent symptoms that concern you
- Have been told to “wait and see” but do not feel comfortable doing that
- Want a private check alongside imaging or NHS investigations
- Prefer to be proactive rather than reactive with your health
If you are unsure whether tumour marker testing is right for you, we can discuss your situation and suggest either this profile or a more appropriate blood test.
⚡ Why Women Choose Holden’s Wellness Clinic
- Local, trusted clinics in Doncaster and Newark
- Fast appointments and short visits that fit around work and childcare
- Experienced clinicians who understand it is not “just in your head”
- Private, calm setting inside community pharmacies
- Samples handled and processed to high clinical standards
- Results from a CQC registered UK laboratory
We are not here to frighten you. We are here to give you options and clarity when you need it most.
🩺 How The Test Works
- Book online and choose Doncaster or Newark as your clinic.
- Attend your appointment at a time that suits you, blood draw usually takes under 15 minutes.
- We send your sample the same day to London Medical Laboratory.
- Results are sent securely by email, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
You can then share your results with your GP, private specialist, or keep them for your own records.
Book Your Female Tumour Marker Test
📍 Clinics Offering Female Tumour Marker Testing
- Holden’s Wellness Clinic – Doncaster (DN5), inside Holden’s Chemist Scawsby
- Holden’s Wellness Clinic – Newark (NG24), inside Holden’s Chemist Express, Eton Avenue
Related Blood Tests
Women often complete tumour marker testing alongside other key hormone and wellness investigations to gain a clearer picture of what’s happening within the body. These additional tests can help identify underlying causes of symptoms such as fatigue, bloating, persistent pain, menstrual changes, or unexplained weight fluctuations.
- Female Hormone Profile – helpful if you have irregular cycles, perimenopause symptoms, fertility concerns, or hormonal shifts that may influence tumour marker levels.
- Thyroid Function Test – thyroid disorders can mimic or worsen symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, hair thinning and menstrual irregularities.
- Iron & Ferritin Test – tiredness, breathlessness, hair loss and low mood can come from iron deficiency, which often coexists with female health issues.
- Vitamin D Test – low Vitamin D is linked to low immunity, chronic inflammation, fatigue and increased long-term health risks.
- Vitamin B12 Test – useful when symptoms include low energy, dizziness, neurological changes or poor concentration.
- Liver Function Test (LFT) – important because some tumour markers are influenced by liver health; also helpful if nausea, bloating or abdominal discomfort are present.
- Kidney Function Test – valuable if swelling, back pain, changes in urination or long-term conditions are present.
- CRP Inflammation Test – detects low-grade inflammation, which can be linked to many chronic female health symptoms.
- HbA1c Diabetes Test – relevant if symptoms include fatigue, increased thirst, frequent urination or weight fluctuations.
- Full Blood Count (FBC) – gives an overview of general health, detects anaemia, and checks for immune or infection-related changes.