Full details for "Prostatic Specific Antigen (PSA)". | |
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Name |
Prostatic Specific Antigen (PSA) |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Mon-Fri during core working hours |
Turnaround time |
1 working day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Tumour marker, separate sample required as carry over from other tests may cause falsely elevated results.
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Related links |
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Reference range |
PSA now reported using age related limits. 40 - 49 yrs: <2 ug/L 50 - 59 yrs: <3 ug/L 60 - 69 yrs: <4 ug/L > 70 yrs <5 ug/L Please note: No reference range's available for males under 40yrs. The most up to date guidelines are available at: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/5/cancer/profinfo/resources/gpreferrals/gp-prostate-referral-form-and-guideline.html |
Last updated |
Fri, 06 Nov 2020 14:00:09 GMT |