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tumor markers

my father has esophagus cancer and throat cancer too. it was diagnosed in march.
the last blood test and tumor markers shows these results. CEA 3.59 (smoker); CA 15-3 10.25
CA 72-4  1.24
my question is do they take right markers and what these markers shows
thanks
Vivian
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These are appropriate markers that are being monitored in your father's situation; GI cancers.  His levels are good at this point.  

These markers are being used to monitor the progression of his cancers and/or the effectiveness of treatment.  
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