Tumor markers are not always reliable for the following reasons: 1  Most tumor markers can be made by normal cells, as well as cancer cells. 2  Tumor markers can be associated with noncancerous conditions. 3  Tumor markers are not always present in early stage cancers. 4  People with cancer may never have elevated tumor markers.
The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree program requires at least two years of specific undergraduate college study followed by four academic years (or three calendar years) of professional pharmacy study. Most students enter a pharmacy degree program after completion of three or more years of college.
If you are a high school student, you may be able to find a school near you that offers a 6-year program that culminates in a Pharm.D. There are many different options, but for most people, they will get a bachelorâs degree, which will take four years to obtain, then apply to pharmacy school. Pharmacy school will last another 3 to 4 years. Note: When choosing a program, you want to make sure it is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. There are currently 113 that hold accreditation through the United States.