Availability: Bilbao / Bilbo
Tumour markers Bilbao
This page provides the practical information needed to have this test at the Askabide centre in Bilbao. They may be useful in selected clinical contexts and follow-up, but they do not diagnose or rule out cancer on their own and are not a universal screening test.
Usual sampleUsually venous blood; some tests use urine or other fluids.
Initial preparationDepends on the marker and accompanying tests; it will be confirmed when booking.
Indicative turnaroundVariable: some tests can be processed rapidly and others are referred. Timing is confirmed for each marker.
PathwayCombined pathway
Bilbao / Bilbo
What you should know
They may be useful in selected clinical contexts and follow-up, but they do not diagnose or rule out cancer on their own and are not a universal screening test.
Availability, sample type, preparation and turnaround time must be confirmed before attending.
Practical information for Bilbao
WhereEuskalduna kalea 10, 1.º A, 48008 Bilbao / Bilbo
AppointmentPhone or WhatsApp
ReportBy email after review and validation
General opening hoursL–V · 09:00–19:00
Before coming to the laboratory
- Appointments are arranged directly by phone or WhatsApp so that the test, preparation and availability can be confirmed.
- It depends on the test. Do not fast or stop medication unless a healthcare professional or the laboratory tells you to do so.
- Identification, the medical request if you have one, and any information requested by the centre.
- Ask first. The container, collection time and transport conditions depend on the test.