Prostate antigen blood test


Service description

This test measures the level of PSA in the blood which is a substance produced by the prostate. Men normally have low PSA levels in their blood. A high PSA level can be a sign of prostate cancer or indicate non-cancerous prostate problems which can be an infection or benign prostatic hyperplasia, a benign enlargement of the prostate.

WHY DO I NEED A PSA TEST?

A PSA test is done:

  • If you have reached the age of 45, as prevention to the onset of prostate cancer.

  • A father or brother who has or has had prostate cancer.

centers with this service

Service description - Prostate antigen blood test

This test measures the level of PSA in the blood which is a substance produced by the prostate. Men normally have low PSA levels in their blood. A high PSA level can be a sign of prostate cancer or indicate non-cancerous prostate problems which can be an infection or benign prostatic hyperplasia, a benign enlargement of the prostate.

WHY DO I NEED A PSA TEST?

A PSA test is done:

  • If you have reached the age of 45, as prevention to the onset of prostate cancer.

  • A father or brother who has or has had prostate cancer.

centers with this service - Prostate antigen blood test