イメージHealth checkup facilities offering PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Nara
A blood test that checks for the possibility of prostate cancer (Prostate-Specific Antigen)
What PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) can reveal & when to get it
This test measures a protein secreted by the prostate gland using a blood sample to assess the risk of prostate cancer. It requires only a blood draw and can serve as an early indicator for the detection of prostate cancer.
Main conditions it can detect and evaluate
- Prostate cancer
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Prostatitis
When to consider this test
This is an optional (opportunistic) screening test. It is commonly considered by men aged 50 and older, when the incidence of prostate cancer rises. Those with a family history of prostate cancer are encouraged to consult a physician earlier.
Screening interval: Optional screening. Men aged 50 and older are generally advised to consult their physician about testing approximately once a year.
Benefits
- ○Requires only a blood draw, making it minimally burdensome
- ○Can lead to early detection before symptoms appear
- ○Useful for ongoing monitoring and follow-up
Points to note when getting tested
- !Levels can also be elevated due to benign prostatic enlargement or prostate inflammation
- !Elevated values may require further diagnostic procedures such as a biopsy
- !The potential for overdiagnosis is an ongoing topic of discussion; consultation with a physician is recommended
Facilities offering PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Nara
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イメージ奈良県 宇陀市菟田野松井8-1
近鉄大阪線・榛原駅より車で約10分(施設送迎あり・要予約)
イメージ奈良県 北葛城郡河合町高塚台1-8
JR王寺駅より奈良交通バス(5)系統「高塚台一丁目」下車後徒歩約3分(所要約15分)
イメージ奈良県 北葛城郡王寺町久度4-5-27
JR・近鉄王寺駅より徒歩2分(りーべる王寺西館3階)
イメージ医療法人新生会 総合病院高の原中央病院 の人間ドックセンター
医療法人新生会 総合病院高の原中央病院 人間ドックセンター
奈良県 奈良市右京1-3-3
近鉄京都線・高の原駅(急行停車駅)より徒歩5分
イメージ奈良県 奈良市三碓町2143-1
近鉄東生駒駅からバスにて5分 送迎車をご利用の方 富雄駅
イメージ奈良県 奈良市八条4丁目643番地
JR大和路線奈良駅より奈良交通バス約15分、済生会奈良病院バス停下車
イメージ奈良県 生駒市東生駒1-6-2
近鉄東生駒駅より徒歩3分
イメージ奈良県 磯城郡田原本町宮古404-7
近鉄田原本線・黒田駅より南へ徒歩約8分(0.6km)