This test is intended for use as an aid in the management of patients following surgical or medical treatment for prostate cancer. For post-prostatectomy patients. The lower limit of accurate quantification for this assay is 0.02 ng/mL. PSA values less than 0.02 ng/mL cannot be accurately measured and will be reported as less than 0.02 ng/mL. Specimens with PSA levels below the lower limit of accurate quantification should be considered as negative. In patients with a negative result for post-prostatectomy PSA, serial monitoring of PSA levels at regular intervals, along with physical examinations and other tests, may help to detect recurrent prostate cancer.
A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Please Note: This test is for male clients only, due to ordering restrictions on certain tests, the PSA test will not be included on the requisition and will not be performed when ordered by females.
PSA, Post Prostatectomy (Ultrasensitive)
PSA sampling should not be performed for at least 6 weeks after prostatic biopsy. For best results no ejaculation for 24 hours before submitting specimen. Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
Please Note: Due to ordering restrictions placed on certain tests, this panel can only be ordered by males. This test is intended for use as an aid in the management of patients following surgical or medical treatment for prostate cancer. Persistent elevation of PSA following treatment or an increase in a post-treatment PSA level has been found to be indicative of recurrent or residual disease. A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Please Note: If this panel is ordered by a female, due to ordering restrictions on certain tests, the PSA test will not be included on the requisition and will not be performed.
Total Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA), ultrasensitive.
PSA sampling should not be performed for at least 6 weeks after prostatic biopsy. For best results no ejaculation for 24 hours before submitting specimen. This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H or coenzyme R). It is recommended to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of specimen. Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
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