PSA (Prostate Specific - Antigen Test) PSA test is
an effective screening test for prostrate cancer. It involves testing a sample
of blood to measure the level of prostate-specific antigen in your blood. Prostate-specific
antigen (PSA) is a substance released into a man's blood by his prostate gland.
Higher levels of PSA than the normal level shows there is a problem.
Screening
is usually done for men older than age 50 or for those who have a family history
of prostate cancer. Other medical conditions like enlargement or inflammation
of prostate gland can also cause high PSA levels, therefore, further tests such
as a prostate biopsy are needed to confirm a diagnosis of prostate cancer.
The
normal PSA level of each individual depends on your age and other factors.
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