Description
NOTE: This test is ONLY AVAILABLE TO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS.
Protein tumour markers are substances produced by the body in response to cancer, playing a vital role in cancer detection, treatment monitoring, and assessing the risk of recurrence. Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the prostate gland, with elevated levels commonly linked to prostate cancer. PSA is commonly used for screening, monitoring treatment effectiveness, and detecting cancer recurrence. However, PSA levels can also be elevated in non-cancerous conditions like prostatitis or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Alongside their role in early detection, protein markers are essential for tracking cancer progression and the effectiveness of treatment. A significant reduction in marker levels often signals a positive treatment response, while rising levels may indicate recurrence or progression. While tumour markers are useful in guiding cancer management, they should be considered alongside other diagnostic tools, such as imaging and biopsies, to ensure accurate interpretation and decision-making.
Analytes
- Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
Common Conditions
- Blood in semen
- Other Health Conditions
- Blood in stool
- Erectile dysfunction
- Fatigue
- Difficulty Urinating
- Frequent urination
- Joint and muscle pain
- Painful ejaculation
- Painful urination
- Unexplained weight loss
About The Test
All tests come with full instructions, including a pre-authorised practitioner script.
Home test kits come with everything you need to complete the test, including free express post return postage to the laboratory.
All pathology test kits come with a preauthorised script (including test kit/s if required) to take to your local pathology test centre.
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Turn-around time: 48 hours
