This looks for prostate-specific antigens (PSA) in the blood to help diagnose prostate cancer.
Also known as: PSA Total, Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
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The PSA or Prostate-specific antigen is a protein that is produced by the cells of the prostate gland. Apart from the normal cells, even cancerous tissues in the gland secrete PSA. The PSA normally circulates in the blood and is thus detected through a PSA blood test in Bangalore. The PSA protein can bind to other proteins or move freely in the blood. There are three types of PSA blood test:
Abnormally high levels of PSA indicate the presence of cancerous tissues in the gland or a condition known as prostatitis.
A prostate blood test in Bangalore is generally done to diagnose the presence of prostate cancer in its early stage so that efficient treatment can be provided. The prostate test is also conducted for people who are at a higher risk of getting prostate cancer. You might be suggested for a PSA test if you had a family history of prostate cancer, that is if your father or brother was suffering from prostate cancer. Since prostate cancer is more common in the elderly, therefore, men above the age of 50 are generally advised for a PSA test. In people who have already been diagnosed with prostate cancer, a PSA test is done to monitor the effects of treatment on cancer or to choose an appropriate treatment plan for your cancer.
Some of the symptoms due to which your doctor can prescribe you a PSA test are:
A PSA lab test is a simple diagnostic blood test that uses blood samples to predict the values of PSA. The process of sample collection is very similar to the one collected in any normal blood test. Firstly, an antiseptic will be applied on your arm at the point from where the blood has to be collected. The blood will be collected from the vein of your arm through a needle. The blood is collected in a vial which is then sent to the laboratory for testing.
The PSA tests are very easy to interpret. High levels of PSA indicate chances of prostate cancer. The risk of prostate cancer in patients is determined by the ratio of free PSA levels and total PSA levels. If the ratio of free PSA to total PSA levels is high, it indicates a lower risk of prostate cancer in the patient whereas, if the ratio of free PSA to total PSA levels is low, it indicates a high possibility of prostate cancer in the patient. Sometimes, apart from cancer, there is a possibility of inflammation in the prostate gland that can increase the levels of PSA in the blood. This condition of prostate inflammation is known as prostatitis. Low levels of PSA in the blood are generally rare and are not a matter of medical concern or emergency.
The normal range of PSA depends upon the age of the male. If your age is between 40 - 49, then the PSA levels must be within 2.5 ng/mL, if your age is between 50 - 59, then the levels of PSA in your blood must be less than 3.5 ng/mL. If you have an age that ranges from 60 - 69, then the PSA levels are generally less than 4.5 ng/mL and if in case your age is between 70 - 79, then the optimum level of PSA in your blood is below 6.5 ng/mL.
Name Of The Test | PSA Test in Bangalore |
Sample Type | Blood |
Number Of Tests | 1 |
Actual Test Price | 1500 |
Discounted Test Price | 800 |
Home Sample Collection | Available |
Additional Cost For Home Sample Collection | Nil |
Fasting Before Test | Not Required |
Get Reports Within | Same Day |
The PSA test is a simple process and is quite affordable. The PSA test price in Bangalore at Redcliffe Labs is approximately Rs 1500/- which under special discounts is currently available at Rs 800/- only.
In order to book a PSA Lab test in Bangalore at Redcliffe labs, you can use any two ways of booking, that is, you can either call at our centre, where a well-trained and polite staff representative will assist you in your booking process or you can also book your test online from our official website. Both the ways of booking a test are easy and hassle-free and can easily be assessed from anywhere.