Also known as: PSA
Specimen requirements
Sample type: Serum (Serum)
Collection requirements: No special requirements
Cost
Price on application
Turnaround time
Analytical method
Immunoassay - Direct / Sandwich
Analysis undertaken at these site(s)
- John Radcliffe Hospital
- Horton General Hospital
Reference intervals
Males:
<50y: <2.5 µg/L
<60y: <3.5 µg/L
<70y: <4.5 µg/L
71y+: <6.5 µg/L
Age specific PSA thresholds are quoted, as recommended by NICE - NG12.
Values may be lower in patients undergoing androgen deprivation therapy.
