PSA-Free Prostate Specific Antigen (Prostate Cancer Marker Test)
Measurement of free prostate specific antigen helps assess prostate cancer risk when used with total PSA. Lower free PSA percentages are associated with higher cancer probability. Useful in clinical decision-making.
A PSA-free test measures the free PSA levels in the body. Prostate antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the prostate gland. There are two types of PSA, the first is bound PSA, which is bound with other proteins and has restrained movement on its own. On the other hand, there’s free PSA, which is not bounded by any protein, and hence floats freely. A free PSA antigen test measures this free prostate-specific antigen. A free PSA test can be a part of a routine screening or to diagnose prostate cancer if you have been displaying symptoms. It is usually a follow-up test of a total PSA test. If your total PSA test results show high total PSA levels, a free PSA antigen test is prescribed wherein free/ unbound PSA levels are measured. The ratio of both total PSA and free PSA helps the doctor establish your risk of having prostate cancer. It is a simple blood test that doesn’t require you to move out of your home. A trained phlebotomist will reach your doorstep to collect the sample. It’s always a hassle-free diagnostic experience with Healthians! Healthians prioritises your comfort and health! Book a free prostate antigen test now.
A PSA-free test measures the free PSA levels in the body. Prostate antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the prostate gland. There are two types of PSA, the first is bound PSA, which is bound with other proteins and has restrained movement on its own. On the other hand, there’s free PSA, which is not bounded by any protein, and hence floats freely. A free PSA antigen test measures this free prostate-specific antigen. A free PSA test can be a part of a routine screening or to diagnose prostate cancer if you have been displaying symptoms. It is usually a follow-up test of a total PSA test. If your total PSA test results show high total PSA levels, a free PSA antigen test is prescribed wherein free/ unbound PSA levels are measured. The ratio of both total PSA and free PSA helps the doctor establish your risk of having prostate cancer. It is a simple blood test that doesn’t require you to move out of your home. A trained phlebotomist will reach your doorstep to collect the sample. It’s always a hassle-free diagnostic experience with Healthians! Healthians prioritises your comfort and health! Book a free prostate antigen test now.
