Before undergoing a colon resection for cancer of the colon, a patient has an elevated carcinoembryonic antigen ( CEA ) test. The nurse explains that the test is used to
A) confirm the diagnosis of colon cancer.
B) monitor the tumor status after surgery.
C) identify the extent of cancer spread or metastasis.
D) determine the need for postoperative chemotherapy.
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