イメージHealth checkup facilities offering PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Yamaguchi
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 Yamaguchi
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山口県 宇部市五十目山町16-23
JR宇部線「宇部岬」駅より徒歩10分
病院ドック学会
胃カメラバリウム腹部エコーCTMRIPET+10
土曜受診可日曜受診可Web予約可
人間ドックがん検診乳がん検診
イメージ認定施設
山口県 山口市緑町2-11
JR山口線・湯田温泉駅より徒歩約20分（新山口駅からバス利用で情報芸術センター前下車徒歩約3分）
病院ドック学会
胃カメラ腹部エコーCTMRIマンモグラフィー子宮頸がん+8
土曜受診可日曜受診可
脳ドック膵ドック循環器ドック
イメージ山口県 長門市東深川85番地
JR山陰本線・美祢線「長門市駅」より徒歩15分（バスで約8分）
病院ドック学会
胃カメラバリウム腹部エコーMRIマンモグラフィー子宮頸がん+7
女性専用日あり土曜受診可日曜受診可宿泊ドックあり
脳ドック婦人検診長門市国保人間ドック
イメージイメージ認定施設
山口県 山口市八幡馬場53-1
病院ドック学会
胃カメラバリウム腹部エコーMRIマンモグラフィー子宮頸がん+4
女性専用日ありWeb予約可健保補助対応
脳ドック簡易脳ドック子宮頸がん検診
イメージイメージ山口県 光市島田2-22-16
山口県光市島田二丁目22番16号（TEL: 0833-72-0676）
病院健保連契約
腹部エコーMRI腫瘍マーカーPSA骨密度肺CT+3
女性専用日あり土曜受診可日曜受診可
Tests commonly offered at facilities with PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Yamaguchi
Frequently asked questions about PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Yamaguchi
Where can I get PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Yamaguchi?
Yamaguchi has 9 health checkup facilities offering PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen), of which 8 are member facilities of the Japan Society of Ningen Dock and Preventive Medicine. You can compare them by price, access, and test content in the facility list on this page.
What conditions can PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) detect?
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. It is mainly used to detect and evaluate conditions such as Prostate cancer, Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Prostatitis.
Who should get PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen), and how often?
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. As a general guideline, the recommended screening interval is Optional screening. Men aged 50 and older are generally advised to consult their physician about testing approximately once a year.. For details, please consult the physician at your chosen facility.
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