A Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test is a procedure formed on men to detect prostate cancer. It is considered an effective means of cancer screening and can be used to monitor the effectiveness of ...

THIS YEAR, IT’S estimated that nearly 300,000 new prostate cancer cases will be diagnosed. While there’s no single test to detect prostate cancer, doctors commonly use the prostate-specific antigen ...

PSA testing is a key tool in detecting prostate issues early, but interpreting results requires context. Levels can rise from cancer or other benign conditions, so follow-up tests are often needed.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 68-year old male in good health who exercises regularly, doesn’t take any medications, and doesn’t have a family history of prostate cancer. During my most recent yearly ...

Medicare covers one annual prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test for people with prostates if they meet the eligibility guidelines and the test is medically necessary. Medicare typically covers one ...