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Human Carcinmoma Antigen (HCA)

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Definition: Human Carcinoma Antigen (HCA) is a protein marker released by cancer cells in the human body. Researchers are developing tests which look for this marker to detect the presence of cancers. HCA is found in high quantities in the semen of men with prostate cancer.
Also Known As: HCA

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