Type

Blood Testing

Biomarkers

1

Duration

30 min

Results

4 days

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test for early detection of prostate issues including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer. Single biomarker blood test. Results within 2-3 days. Recommended for men over 45, or earlier with family history of prostate cancer. Biomarker tested: PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) - protein produced by prostate gland, elevated levels may indicate prostate enlargement, inflammation (prostatitis), or cancer. Normal ranges: <4 ng/mL generally normal; 4-10 ng/mL borderline requiring further evaluation; >10 ng/mL higher concern warranting urological consultation. Important notes: PSA can be temporarily elevated by ejaculation (abstain 48 hours before test), cycling, prostate examination, urinary tract infection. Low PSA doesn't completely rule out cancer. Test is screening tool, not diagnostic - elevated levels require follow-up with urologist for digital rectal exam, MRI, or biopsy. Price includes blood draw and 19% VAT. Annual testing recommended for men 50+, starting at 45 with family history or African ancestry. Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes.

Cancer marker blood tests measure substances produced by cancer cells or by your body in response to cancer. Common markers include PSA (prostate-specific antigen) for prostate cancer screening, CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen) used in colorectal cancer monitoring, CA-125 for ovarian cancer, and AFP (alpha-fetoprotein) for liver cancer. It's important to understand that tumor markers are not diagnostic on their own — elevated levels can have non-cancerous causes, and some cancers don't produce detectable markers. They are most valuable for monitoring treatment response, detecting recurrence, and as part of a broader screening strategy alongside imaging and clinical assessment.

Key Details

Markers
1–10+ cancer markers
Fasting Required
No
Sample Type
Blood draw
Turnaround
2–5 business days
Important
Screening tool, not diagnostic alone

Who Is This For?

Men over 50 (or over 40 with family history) for PSA prostate screening. Anyone with a family history of cancer who wants baseline marker levels. Cancer patients monitoring treatment response or screening for recurrence. Health-conscious individuals incorporating cancer markers into their annual screening protocol.

What's Included

Specific markers depend on the panel ordered
PSA (prostate-specific antigen) — for men
CEA (carcinoembryonic antigen)
Additional markers as specified by provider

Preparation Required

No fasting required for most tumor markers. For PSA testing: avoid ejaculation for 48 hours before the test, avoid vigorous cycling for 48 hours, and don't test during a urinary tract infection — all can temporarily elevate PSA. Inform your provider of any recent medical procedures.

Biomarkers Tested

1
PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) ng/mL

A protein produced by prostate cells. Elevated PSA can indicate prostate cancer, but also benign prostate enlargement, prostatitis, or recent ejaculation. PSA velocity (rate of change) and PSA density add diagnostic value.

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