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2. Prostate cancer screening - Wikipedia

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   Prostate cancer screening is the screening process used to detect undiagnosed prostate cancer in men without signs or symptoms. [1][2] When abnormal prostate tissue or cancer is found early, it may be easier to treat and cure, but it is unclear if early detection reduces mortality rates. [2] Screening precedes a diagnosis and subsequent treatment.

3. Prostate-specific antigen - Wikipedia

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   Prostate-specific antigen (PSA, also known as kallikrein III, seminin, semenogelase, γ-seminoprotein and P-30 antigen) is a 34- kD glycoprotein produced almost exclusively by the prostate gland. It is a serine protease (EC 3.4.21.77) enzyme, the gene of which is located on the 19th chromosome (19q13) in humans.

4. Prostate cancer - Wikipedia

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   Five-year survival rates range from 30–99%, depending on stage. [1] Prostate cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system below the bladder. Abnormal growth of prostate tissue is usually detected through screening tests, typically blood tests that check for prostate-specific antigen (PSA ...

5. A Complete Guide to Your Prostate - AOL

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   Consider prostate screening around age 50—or age 40 if you have a family history or are at high risk. Stay Active Staying active does not necessarily mean intense exercise.

6. Does Medicare Cover the Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test?

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   Heather Hobbs. August 26, 2024 at 9:35 AM. Medicare covers one annual prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test for people with prostates if they meet the eligibility guidelines and the test is ...

7. More men diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer as PSA ...

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   In 1994, the Food and Drug Administration approved the use of measurements of the prostate specific antigen (PSA) to be used as part of a screening test for prostate cancer. That changed a decade ...