PSA-total (Prostate Specific Antigen Total) (Male)
₹760
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Product Details
The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland located just below the bladder in men. It produces a protein called PSA, which helps liquify semen and allows sperms to move freely during ejaculation. The PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test measures the total amount of PSA in the blood, which indicates the combined level of all PSA, both free and bound to other proteins..
Your doctor may suggest the PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test if you have:
- Trouble urinating
- Frequent urination (especially at night)
- Blood in urine
- Pain or burning while urinating
The PSA test is not recommended for routine prostate cancer screening in the general population. Testing is advised for men over 50 with average risk, and for those over 40 if they are at higher risk such as having a family history of prostate issues.
No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink as per your daily routine. Avoid sexual intercourse for 48 hours before the test. Inform your doctor about all the medications that you are taking at the moment. Do not take the test right after a prostate exam, biopsy, or catheter use, as these factors may cause a false increase in PSA levels.
High PSA levels may indicate an enlarged prostate, inflammation of the prostate, infection, or cancer. Low PSA levels (after treatment) may not always confirm that the disease is gone. Additionally, a PSA test alone does not always confirm cancer. Your doctor may suggest further investigations (such as a biopsy, digital rectal examination (DRE), etc.).
Total PSA test results may vary across different laboratories due to different testing methods. Hence, prefer using the same lab every time for repeat PSA testing. This helps ensure consistent results. Remember, early prostate cancer may not always show up in a PSA test. That is why your doctor may recommend additional testing if you have risk factors or symptoms.
Turnaround Time
15-24 hours
Sample Type
Blood
Gender Eligibility
For men
The PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test measures the level of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood. It is a protein secreted by the prostate gland in men, both by normal as well as malignant cells.. It exists in two forms: free PSA and bound PSA (attached to certain proteins in the blood). PSA helps sperm move during ejaculation, and only a small amount is released into the blood. High PSA levels may signal an enlarged prostate, inflammation of the prostate, infection, or cancer. Low PSA levels do not always rule out that the disease is gone.
The PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test is intended as the primary screening test to identify prostate cancer, along with other investigations like DRE or a biopsy.
PSA-total (Prostate Specific Antigen Total) (Male)
₹760
₹7995% off✓ In Stock
Product Details
The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland located just below the bladder in men. It produces a protein called PSA, which helps liquify semen and allows sperms to move freely during ejaculation. The PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test measures the total amount of PSA in the blood, which indicates the combined level of all PSA, both free and bound to other proteins..
Your doctor may suggest the PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test if you have:
- Trouble urinating
- Frequent urination (especially at night)
- Blood in urine
- Pain or burning while urinating
The PSA test is not recommended for routine prostate cancer screening in the general population. Testing is advised for men over 50 with average risk, and for those over 40 if they are at higher risk such as having a family history of prostate issues.
No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink as per your daily routine. Avoid sexual intercourse for 48 hours before the test. Inform your doctor about all the medications that you are taking at the moment. Do not take the test right after a prostate exam, biopsy, or catheter use, as these factors may cause a false increase in PSA levels.
High PSA levels may indicate an enlarged prostate, inflammation of the prostate, infection, or cancer. Low PSA levels (after treatment) may not always confirm that the disease is gone. Additionally, a PSA test alone does not always confirm cancer. Your doctor may suggest further investigations (such as a biopsy, digital rectal examination (DRE), etc.).
Total PSA test results may vary across different laboratories due to different testing methods. Hence, prefer using the same lab every time for repeat PSA testing. This helps ensure consistent results. Remember, early prostate cancer may not always show up in a PSA test. That is why your doctor may recommend additional testing if you have risk factors or symptoms.
Turnaround Time
15-24 hours
Sample Type
Blood
Gender Eligibility
For men
The PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test measures the level of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood. It is a protein secreted by the prostate gland in men, both by normal as well as malignant cells.. It exists in two forms: free PSA and bound PSA (attached to certain proteins in the blood). PSA helps sperm move during ejaculation, and only a small amount is released into the blood. High PSA levels may signal an enlarged prostate, inflammation of the prostate, infection, or cancer. Low PSA levels do not always rule out that the disease is gone.
The PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Total test is intended as the primary screening test to identify prostate cancer, along with other investigations like DRE or a biopsy.