PSA Test - what is it and how the test is done
The prostate gland is a crucial gland present in all males. This gland performs essential sexual functions in a male. However, with age, it tends to develop several problems that lead to a person f...
PSA Test in Apricena
Find out where to get a Prostate test (Prostate cancer screening) in Apricena. Compare details and costs for a PSA Test from the best labs in Italy.
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Test at-Home / Self-testing
Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Michele Donnanno, 40 71015 San Nicandro Garganico (FG)
7.1 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Belgio 8/10 86039 Termoli (CB)
27.5 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Eduardo de Filippo, 52B, 71042 Cerignola (Foggia)
34.6 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Duca D'Aosta, 63 86100 Campobasso (CB)
43.4 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Ferdinando D’Argona, 92/B 76121 Barletta (BAT)
53.8 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Giuseppe Palmitessa, 18 76121 Barletta (BA)
53.8 km
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PSA Test by Igea Piedimonte Srl
SP331, 81016 Piedimonte Matese CE, Italia
62.7 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Taverna snc, Strada Statale 17, Isernia 86170 Cantalupo nel Sannio (IS)
57.2 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Roma, 32 66034 Villa Santa Maria (CH)
57.4 km
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Prostate test by Laboratorio Lifebrain
Via Aldo Moro, 2 CAP 85028 PZ Rionero In Vulture (Potenza)
60.5 km
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Common conditions covered by a Prostate cancer screening
Prostate cancer Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) Prostatitis Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Prostate test FAQs
The prostate gland produces a fluid with sperm cells from the testicles and fluids from other glands comprising semen.
During the digital rectal exam (DRE), a doctor inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the patient's rectum to feel for lumps, enlargements, or areas of hardness that might indicate prostate cancer. The procedure lasts for less than a minute and, while uncomfortable, should cause no pain.
PSA is a simple blood test. If positive and high, men may opt for biopsy, which is risky.