Prostate Specific Antigen

Also known as: PSA

Specimen requirements

Sample type: Serum (Serum)

Collection requirements: No special requirements

Cost

Price on application

Turnaround time

Please see Turnaround times

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.