I am not sure if the following is a commonly-known fact, but according to my urologist, it is best to abstain from sexual relations three days before taking a PSA test, or the test result may be ...
As PSA testing recommendations change and the debate surrounding testing continues, people with a high-risk of prostate cancer and their families need to stay informed. John Salata says he is grateful ...
ATLANTA - Each year, millions of American men get a blood test known as a PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, test as part of their yearly checkup. PSA is a protein produced by the prostate gland. If a ...
The understanding of prostate cancer has significantly evolved in the past 15 years. Therefore, many people — including primary care providers — may not be aware of the current guidelines for prostate ...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - On average, men's levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) decrease as their body mass index (BMI) rises, a new study shows. PSA is a marker for prostate cancer risk when ...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The results of a recent study suggest that the initial prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test and rate of change in PSA levels are poor predictors of aggressive prostate ...