Marker of prostate function

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a marker of prostate function that is determined from a blood sample. Benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostatitis cause a mild increase in PSA levels. Prostate cancer, on the other hand, often causes a noticeable increase in serum PSA levels. However, other tests are also required to confirm prostate cancer. PSA tests are performed on a blood sample. The test does not require fasting or sampling in the morning. Please note that Fimlab is not responsible for interpretation of the results. Abbreviation: P -PSA Examination code: 4869 Reference values: less than 2.5 µg/l in people under 50, less than 3.5 µg/l in people aged 50–59, less than 4.5 µg/l in people aged 60–69 and less than 6.5 µg/l in people aged 70 and over

Lyhenne: (PSA)

Tutkimusnumero: 4869