PSA TOTAL & FREE

PSA Profile

Also Known As:
Prostate Specific Antigen Profile

What is the Purpose of This Test?
The PSA Profile measures levels of free and total prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood to assess prostate health, detect prostate cancer, and monitor treatment effectiveness.

When Does One Need to Get This Test Done?

• If experiencing symptoms like difficulty urinating, frequent urination (especially at night), blood in urine or semen, pelvic or back pain, or painful ejaculation.

• As part of routine check-ups for men over 50 years old, or earlier for those at higher risk due to family history or other factors.

• To monitor prostate health during or after treatment for prostate conditions.

Pre Test Information

• Avoid ejaculation, sexual intercourse, and vigorous exercise for 48 hours before the test.

• Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking, as some may affect test results.

• Test should not be performed immediately after procedures like cystoscopy, digital rectal examination (DRE), or prostate biopsy.

Report Delivery TAT
Results available within a 12 to 24 hours.

Home Visit
Home sample collection available upon request.

Sample Type
Blood sample (venous blood)

Components
Measurement of total PSA, free PSA, and calculation of percent free PSA.

What Disease Can This Test Detect?

• Prostate cancer

• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

• Prostate inflammation (prostatitis)

• Monitoring treatment effectiveness and detecting cancer recurrence