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...
Find out where to get a Prostate test (Prostate cancer screening) in Carpino. Compare details and costs for a PSA Test from the best labs in Italy.
Test at-Home / Self-testing
Via Michele Donnanno, 40 71015 San Nicandro Garganico (FG)
15.2 km
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Via Eduardo de Filippo, 52B, 71042 Cerignola (Foggia)
36.6 km
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Via Ferdinando D’Argona, 92/B 76121 Barletta (BAT)
42.3 km
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Via Giuseppe Palmitessa, 18 76121 Barletta (BA)
42.3 km
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Via Belgio 8/10 86039 Termoli (CB)
45.5 km
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Via Alcide De Gasperi 23, 76011 Bisceglie Barletta-Andria-Trani, Italy
53.4 km
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Via A. De Gasperi, 78 76014 Spinazzola (BAT)
61.7 km
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Via Aldo Moro, 2 CAP 85028 PZ Rionero In Vulture (Potenza)
64.1 km
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Via Duca D'Aosta, 63 86100 Campobasso (CB)
64.8 km
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Piazza Europa, 70132 Bari BA, Italia
72.2 km
Prostate cancer Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) Prostatitis Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
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...
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 and DRE are the only approved and effective testing for prostate health assessment.
PSA is a simple blood test. If positive and high, men may opt for biopsy, which is risky.