Purpose of the Test
- Early detection of prostate cancer probability.
- Distinguishing between benign hyperplasia and malignancy.
- Reducing the need for unnecessary prostate biopsies.
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An advanced laboratory test combining three prostate measurements to provide a precise risk score for cancer detection, helping in clinical decision-making and potentially avoiding unnecessary biopsies.
Scientific name: Prostate Health Index (PHI) Test
An advanced blood test measuring Total PSA, Free PSA, and p2PSA to estimate prostate cancer probability in men with borderline PSA levels, reducing the need for invasive biopsies.
Service type
Laboratory test
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Total PSA measurement
- Free PSA measurement
- p2PSA measurement
- PHI score calculation
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Men over 50 as part of routine screening.
- Men with inconclusive PSA results (between 4 and 10 ng/mL).
- Men with a family history of prostate cancer.
Advantages of PHI Testing
- Three times more specific than traditional PSA tests.
- Provides a numerical score indicating precise risk levels.
- Helps doctors make more reliable clinical decisions.
Conditions & Notices
- Avoid strenuous sexual activity 48 hours before the test
- Inform the doctor about any current medications
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