Collection:

PSA >

TEST	:	PSA
OTHER NAME	:	• Total PSA • Prostate Specific Antigen
PATIENTS PREPARATION	:	• 8 Hours Fasting • Do not have the test drawn less than 24 hrs after a rectal or prostate examination. • Draw specimens before procedures which require prostate manipulation (needle biopsy and transurethral resection) • Avoid rigorous physical activity affecting the prostate, such as bicycle riding prior to blood extraction. • Avoid ejaculation 24 hours prior to blood extraction.
INTENDED USE	:	Aid in the detection of prostate cancer in men aged 50 years or older.
SPECIMEN	:	Serum
VOLUME	:	1-3 mL
SPECIMEN CONTAINER	:	Red or Gold tube
TOTAL RANGE	:	0.00-4.00 ng/mL