The role of the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test in investigating cancer and guidance for GPs in using the PSA as a first-line investigation.

The PSA test is a blood test that measures the amount of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood. It can help to diagnose prostate cancer.

Treatment after brachytherapy There can be a temporary rise in PSA after brachytherapy. This is called PSA bounce. The level then slowly goes down. Usually doctors say a level of 2 ng/ml …

Tests for prostate cancer There are a number of tests to check for prostate cancer. These include an examination or your prostate, a PSA blood test and scans. The specialist might take a …

You might have active surveillance if you’ve been diagnosed with prostate cancer that doesn't need treatment straight away. Watchful waiting is another way of monitoring your cancer.

May 9, 2025 · Your GP should arrange for you to see a prostate cancer specialist team if you have symptoms that could be due to prostate cancer.

Read more about the PSA test Research into prostate cancer screening Researchers have looked at the PSA test for prostate cancer screening. This was to screen those without symptoms. But …

TRUS is an examination of the prostate gland using ultrasound. Your doctor might take samples of tissue from the prostate during this test. This is a TRUS guided biopsy.

The symptoms of metastatic or advanced prostate cancer depend on where the cancer has spread to. They might include bone pain and tiredness.

You might have hormone therapy for prostate cancer that has spread to another part of your body. You can have it as an injection or tablets.