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Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test

Test Overview

A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test measures the amount of prostate-specific antigen, Opens dialog in the blood. PSA is released into the blood by the prostate, Opens dialog, which is part of the male reproductive system. Healthy people have low amounts of PSA in the blood. The amount of PSA in the blood normally increases as the prostate enlarges with age. PSA may increase because of inflammation of the prostate (prostatitis, Opens dialog) or prostate cancer, Opens dialog. An injury, a digital rectal examination, or sexual activity (ejaculation) may also briefly raise PSA levels.

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Current as of: October 25, 2024

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