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1. • • A prostate exam is a screening tool to help your doctor check for signs of prostate cancer. It involves a digital rectal exam (DRE), where a doctor checks for physical changes to your prostate, and a PSA blood test, which measures antigens in your blood that could signal prostate cancer.
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   Can a PSA test detect prostate cancer?

   • The blood test, called a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, measures the level of PSA and may help detect early prostate cancer. If you are over 50, you can ask a GP for a PSA test. PSA tests are not routinely used to screen for prostate cancer, as results can be unreliable. Your PSA level can also be raised by other, non-cancerous conditions.

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   What tests are used to check if you have prostate cancer?

   • Read about the tests and checks used to see if you have prostate cancer or another prostate problem. They include the PSA blood test, digital rectal examination (DRE), prostate biopsy and scans. We also explain what your results might mean.

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   Can a PSA test Miss prostate cancer?

   • The PSA test can miss prostate cancer. A small proportion of men who have a low PSA level will later be found to have prostate cancer. If your PSA level is raised you may need a biopsy. This can cause side effects, such as pain, infection and bleeding. Not all men will need to have a biopsy.

   PSA testing and prostate cancer: advice for men without symptoms of

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   How can I cope with a diagnosis of prostate cancer?

   • Coping with a diagnosis of prostate cancer can be difficult. There is help and support available to help you and your family. The tests you might have include a PSA blood test, an examination of your prostate gland, an MRI scan and biopsy.

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   How does a doctor check your prostate?

   • Your doctor checks your prostate gland for abnormal signs such as lumps or hard areas. This is also called digital rectal examination (DRE). To examine your prostate, the doctor puts a gloved finger into your back passage (rectum). The PSA test measures the amount of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood.

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   Is a PSA test a perfect test?

   • It is not a perfect test. It will miss some prostate cancers, will detect some that would never go on to cause harm and can show a raised PSA level when there is no prostate cancer present. This leaflet provides clear and balanced information that can help you decide if you want to have a PSA test or not.

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3. www.nhs.uk › conditions › prostate-cancerProstate cancer - Diagnosis - NHS

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   If you have symptoms that could be caused by prostate cancer, you should visit a GP. There's no single, definitive test for prostate cancer. The GP will discuss the pros and cons of the various tests with you to try to avoid unnecessary anxiety.

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   Mar 31, 2022 · The PSA test is a blood test that measures the amount of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. It can help to diagnose prostate cancer.

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   The PSA test is a blood test that measures the amount of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. It can help to diagnose prostate cancer.

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   Read about the tests and checks used to see if you have prostate cancer or another prostate problem. They include the PSA blood test, digital rectal examination (DRE), prostate biopsy and scans. We also explain what your results might mean.

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7. www.nhs.uk › conditions › prostate-cancerProstate cancer - NHS

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   PSA testing. The blood test, called a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, measures the level of PSA and may help detect early prostate cancer. If you are over 50, you can ask a GP for a PSA test. PSA tests are not routinely used to screen for prostate cancer, as results can be unreliable.

8. www.nhs.uk › conditions › psa-testPSA test - NHS

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   A PSA test is a blood test to help check for prostate conditions such as prostate cancer or an enlarged prostate. The prostate is a small, walnut-size gland under the bladder and behind the penis. It produces a thick fluid that mixes with sperm to make semen. Why a PSA test is done.

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   Mar 29, 2022 · The prostate specific antigen (PSA) test is a blood test that can help diagnose prostate problems including prostate cancer. It is not a perfect test. It will miss some prostate cancers,...