Prostate Specific Antigen (Free) PSA

Understanding Prostate Specific Antigen (Free) PSA

The prostate is a small walnut-shaped gland located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum in males. It produces a protein called prostate-specific antigen (PSA) that is mainly found in semen (also produced by the prostate gland) and is present in small amounts in the bloodstream of all men. It helps liquify the semen and facilitates sperm motility during ejaculation in males.

The Prostate Specific Antigen (Free) PSA test helps determine the level of free PSA in men. Unlike total PSA, which measures the...

What does Prostate Specific Antigen (Free) PSA measure?

The Prostate Specific Antigen (Free) PSA test measures the levels of unbound or free prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in blood. It helps in differentiating between prostate cancer and other prostate-related conditions, such as prostate inflammation and an enlarged prostate. This test is often used in conjunction with the total PSA (free and bound PSA) test and other diagnostic tools to assess prostate health.