PSA is a 34 kilodalton glycoprotein serine protease, the function of which is to break down seminogelins I and II and fibronectin which form the seminal coagulum. This action of PSA releases spermatozoa from semen and allows them to migrate freely within the female genital tract. A protein secreted by the epithelial cells of the prostate gland including cancer cells. An elevated level in the blood indicates an abnormal condition of the prostate gland, either benign or malignant. PSA is used to detect potential problems in the prostate gland and to follow the progress of therapy
A marker used to determine prostate disease. The disease may be benign or malignant.
A gland protein made by the prostate. The PSA test is used to help find prostate cancer as well as monitor the results of treatment.
a protein manufactured exclusively by the prostate gland; PSA is produced for the ejaculate where it liquifies the semen and allows sperm cells to swim freely; elevated levels of PSA in blood serum are associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer
A protein produced by cells of the prostate gland. PSA circulates in the blood and can be measured with a simple blood test. PSA levels go up in the blood of some men who have prostate enlargement or prostate cancer.
a special kind of protein called an enzyme, produced by the prostate gland. It is normal to find some in the blood stream of men.
A substance produced by the prostate that may be found in increased amounts in the blood of men who have prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or infection or inflammation of the prostate
A substance (tumor marker) in the blood derived from the prostate gland. Its level may rise in prostatic cancer and is useful as a marker to monitor the effects of treatment. It is occasionally elevated as a result of non-malignant conditions, such as benign prostatic hypertrophy. Should be evaluated in conjunction with other diagnostic tests such as digital rectal exam, transrectal ultrasound, and/or prostatic acid Phosphatase levels.
An antigen that is highly associated with prostate cancer.
PSA is a protein produced by the prostate gland... SGOT - See Liver Function Tests...
A marker in the blood used to determine prostate disease; it may be benign or malignant.
Prostate Specific Antigen
A substance made only by prostate cells, both normal and cancerous. Levels tend to be higher when cancer is present. Infection of the prostate can also cause elevated PSA levels.
A protein produced by the prostate. In high levels, PSA indicates possible tumor growth.
A protein made by the prostate that may be elevated in prostate cancer
Prostatic Specific Antigen
A marker used to determine prostate disease. Usually, the level is 4.0 ng/ml for normal person.