Posted on 1st October, 2023 at 6:15:34 AM
Following are the routine tests for prostate cancer.
Digital Rectal Examination: Here doctor inserts a gloved finger into your rectum to feel your prostate gland. Some prostate tumors can be found this way. PSA Test: To measure the levels of Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) in your blood. A higher level of PSA may be a sign of an enlargement, infection, or cancer of the prostate. If it’s possible that an infection is raising your PSA, you may first have 4 to 6 weeks of antibiotics. Your doctor may suggest a second PSA test before thinking about doing a biopsy.
Transrectal Ultrasound: in which the doctor inserts a probe into your rectum to check your prostate. The probe uses sound waves (ultrasound) to create a picture of the prostate.
If tests point to prostate cancer, your doctor may recommend a prostate biopsy, in which tissue is taken from the prostate and examined under a microscope. A biopsy is the only way to confirm whether you have prostate cancer.
