Apollo Cancer Checkup Ultra Male in Pune

The Cancer Checkup Ultra-Male Package is a complete diagnostic package for men to monitor their general health and detect the early signs of cancer. This package includes necessary tests for specific cancer markers and other health factors. Together, they give a complete picture of a man's health.

Individual tests may only look for one type of cancer or health problem. This home-based cancer checkup, on the other hand, includes a wider range of tests to ensure that men's health is considered as a whole. It helps find problems that might not be seen with single tests because it checks for many types of cancer, like prostate, liver, lung, and colon cancer.

This Cancer screening package offers an easy and inexpensive alternative to getting separate tests. It eliminates the need for multiple appointments and shortens the time it takes to know your health state. Early detection is key to better treatment outcomes.

Which Tests Are Included In Cancer Checkup Ultra-Male?

Here is a list of the most essential tests that come with this package and what they mean:

• Hemogram - A blood test that includes RBC, WBC and platelet counts. It helps diagnose anaemia, infections and other blood disorders. A hemogram provides a clear understanding of overall health and immune functions.
• CA19.9- It is a tumour marker associated with pancreatic cancer and gastrointestinal cancers. This test helps in monitoring cancer progression and treatment response. Increased levels may also be seen in non-cancerous conditions like pancreatitis.
• Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA) Test-  A protein called CEA is found in many types of cancer, but mostly in colon and rectal cancers. The CEA test checks how much of this antigen is in the blood. High amounts can mean that someone has cancer or a condition that isn't cancer, like an infection or inflammation. People who have already been labelled with cancer often get this test to keep an eye on them.
• Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) Test-  AFP is mainly made by a growing foetus’s liver and yolk sac. High amounts of AFP in adults may be a sign of liver cancer, testicular cancer, or germ cell tumours. The AFP test is a good way to find these types of cancer, and it is often used with other markers to make the diagnosis more certain.
• PSA Total- This measures the total prostate-specific antigen in the blood to screen for prostate cancer and other prostate-related conditions. Elevated levels can be a sign of cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostatitis.
• PSA Free- This measures the unbound PSA (prostate-specific antigen) in the blood, which is used alongside the PSA total to improve prostate cancer detection accuracy. A lower free PSA percentage may indicate a higher risk of prostate cancer. It helps distinguish between benign and malignant prostate conditions.
• Beta hCG- Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is a hormone produced during pregnancy and is used as a tumour marker for certain cancers, such as testicular or ovarian cancer. Increased levels can indicate pregnancy, molar pregnancy or malignancies. This is crucial for pregnancy confirmation and monitoring.
• Protein Electrophoresis- This lab test separates proteins in the blood or urine to diagnose conditions like multiple myeloma and other plasma cell disorders. This helps detect abnormal protein levels, including monoclonal gammopathies. The test is essential for evaluating the immune system and kidney function.
• Urine cytology- This is a microscopic examination of urine cells to detect abnormal or cancerous cells, generally used to diagnose bladder cancer. It helps monitor recurrent urinary tract cancers. This test is also useful in investigating haematuria (blood in urine)
• Serum thyroglobulin- A protein produced by the thyroid gland, used as a tumour marker after thyroid cancer treatment. Its level helps in detecting cancer recurrence or residual thyroid tissue after surgery. It is also monitored in thyroid disorders.
• Calcitonin- A hormone secreted by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels and serves as a tumour marker for MTC (Medullary Thyroid Cancer). Increased levels indicated MTC or other thyroid-related disorders. This is also useful for diagnosis and post-treatment monitoring

Who Should Get Cancer Checkup Ultra-Male?
This package can be helpful for all men, but it may be essential for men with certain conditions, symptoms, or risk factors.

1. Family History of Cancer

A man is more likely to get prostate, colon, or liver cancer if someone in his family has had those types of cancer. If cancer runs in the family, getting the Cancer Checkup Ultra-Male Package regularly can help in Early cancer detection and let an individual take steps to avoid getting it.

2. Unexplained Weight Loss or Fatigue

Weight loss that cannot be explained or feelings of tiredness at all times can be signs of cancer. If these symptoms show up for no apparent or identifiable reason, this package can help find possible cancers and give you a place to start looking into them further.

3. Abnormal Lumps or Swelling

The cancer markers in the package, such as PSA and AFP, can help find early-stage cancer in places like the prostate, liver, or lymphatic system. Schedule a visit with a specialist if lumps, swelling, or changes in the size of organs like the prostate or lymph nodes are noticed.

4. Chronic Pain or Discomfort

Men with pain or soreness in certain areas, like the chest, abdomen, or pelvis, should regularly consider getting this package. High levels of markers like CEA or CA-125 are clear indicators of gut, colorectal, or abdominal cancer. The word is indicators and not confirmed – only a doctor can confirm the diagnosis.

5. Risk Factors

Some habits, like smoking, drinking excess amounts of alcohol, consuming high-fat foods and leading a sedentary lifestyle of sitting and not getting enough exercise, can significantly increase the risk of getting cancer. Men who follow this lifestyle, especially those over 40, should do cancer screening for smokers tests regularly to detect cancer at the earlier stages.