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18 Μαρ 2024 · What constitutes a normal prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level? Why might someone’s PSA levels be elevated? And, is there such a thing as a “dangerously high” PSA level? Urologic surgeon Lisly Chéry, M.D., weighs in on these and three other frequently asked questions.
Prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, is a protein produced by normal, as well as malignant, cells of the prostate gland. The PSA test measures the level of PSA in the blood. For this test, a blood sample is sent to a laboratory for analysis. The results are usually reported as nanograms of PSA per milliliter (ng/mL) of blood.
27 Απρ 2023 · Results of PSA tests are reported as nanograms of PSA per milliliter of blood (ng/mL). There's no specific cutoff point between a normal and an abnormal PSA level. Your doctor might recommend a prostate biopsy based on results of your PSA test.
5 Απρ 2024 · The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test is used to measure blood PSA levels and help detect prostate cancer or other prostate abnormalities.
13 Αυγ 2024 · Review the typical prostate-specific antigen (PSA) ranges by age and what your next steps might be if yours is higher.
Read about PSA test results, cost, meaning and ranges. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) is a protein found in semen. PSA levels are used to detect prostate cancer and monitor the progression of the disease. Learn about test uses, results, and accuracy.
A PSA level between 4 and 10 means you have over a 25% chance of having prostate cancer. If you have a PSA level greater than 10, you have over a 50% chance of having prostate cancer. It’s very important to talk to a healthcare provider about a prostate biopsy if your PSA is in these ranges.
