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Blood Sciences

Blood Test Information

PSA
(a.k.a Prostatic Specific Antigen)
minimum sample volume required ~ 5ml

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Test Code: PSA

Tube type: SST

Other acceptable tube types
None

Special instructions
None

Minimum retesting interval
Test should not be repeated within 28 days

Age-specific threshold for people with possible symptoms of prostate cancer
Below 40 years: Use clinical judgement
40-49 years: 2.5
50-59 years: 3.5
60-69 years: 4.5
70-79 years: 6.5
Above 79 years: Use clinical judgement

Units
µg/L

Linked to
PSA

Turnaround Time
2 days

Department: Biochemistry

Clinical Application
For diagnosis: Please refer to the threshold ranges quoted above.
For monitoring: Review medical records for management plan.

 
 

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