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Preparation Instructions for Specific Prostate antigen (PSA)

Read carefully and follow these recommendations in preparation for the exam​:

 

  • Fasting is required from 4 to 12 hours.
  • Minimum sexual abstinence of 48 hours.
  • PSA values can be temporarily increased by the following recent situations:
  • Urinary infection (1 month).
  • Acute urine retention (1 week).
  • Rectal examination (2 days).
  • Prostate biopsy (1 month).

 

Remember: By taking these recommendations into account, you will contribute to a correct diagnosis.