イメージHealth checkup facilities offering PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in Fukushima
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 Fukushima
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イメージ福島県 会津若松市鶴賀町1-1
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イメージ福島県 伊達郡国見町大字塚野目字三本木14
内線2800) 午前:9時00分~12時00
イメージ福島県 会津若松市鶴賀町1-1
イメージ福島県 郡山市安積町長久保1-10-13
JR安積永盛駅より徒歩20分、または郡山駅より無料送迎バス・路線バスが利用可
イメージ福島県 福島市荒井北3-1-13
東北自動車道 福島西ICより車で約5分