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Health Checkup Facilities for Prostate Cancer in Kochi

Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among Japanese men. While it tends to progress relatively slowly, it becomes difficult to treat once it has spread. PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing is a blood test and is the only screening tool considered effective for early detection. If PSA levels are elevated, further workup with MRI or biopsy is recommended.

Key tests for Prostate Cancer in Kochi

PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen)

0 facilities in Kochi

A blood test that checks for the possibility of prostate cancer (Prostate-Specific Antigen)

Recommended frequency

Men aged 50 and older (or 40 and older if there is a family history) are advised to have a PSA test once a year.

Popular tests at facilities for Prostate Cancer in Kochi

Facilities in Kochi for Prostate Cancer

高知赤十字病院のイメージ画像(実際の施設とは異なります)イメージ
認定施設

高知県 高知市秦南町一丁目4番63-11号

JR高知駅北口より徒歩約20分(約1.5km)、または路線バス「高知日赤」バス停下車

病院ドック学会
胃カメラバリウム腹部エコーCTMRIマンモグラフィー+4
Web予約可駐車場あり宿泊ドックあり
脳ドック肺ドック無痛MRI乳がん検診
細木病院のイメージ画像(実際の施設とは異なります)イメージ
認定施設

高知県 高知市大膳町37

病院ドック学会
高知赤十字病院のイメージ画像(実際の施設とは異なります)イメージ

高知県 高知市秦南町1丁目4番63-11号

JR高知駅北口より徒歩約20分(約1.5km)、またはバス「高知日赤」停下車

病院健保連契約
胃カメラバリウム腹部エコーCTMRIマンモグラフィー+4
Web予約可駐車場あり宿泊ドックあり
脳ドック肺ドックMRI乳がん検診

Frequently asked questions

How many health checkup facilities in Kochi cover Prostate Cancer?

Kochi has 5 listed health checkup facilities that offer at least one of the tests related to Prostate Cancer (PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen)).

Which tests are effective for the early detection of Prostate Cancer?

For the early detection of Prostate Cancer, PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) are effective. Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among Japanese men. While it tends to progress relatively slowly, it becomes difficult to treat once it has spread. PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing is a blood test and is the only screening tool considered effective for early detection. If PSA levels are elevated, further workup with MRI or biopsy is recommended.

How often should I undergo testing for Prostate Cancer?

Men aged 50 and older (or 40 and older if there is a family history) are advised to have a PSA test once a year.

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