PRIMA Prostate PSA Test is indicated for men with urinary symptoms or as a periodic screening over 45 years of age
Among the most common symptoms related to a possible prostatic pathology there are: difficulty in urination, pain and increased frequency. Periodically checking the PSA level in the blood is useful for verifying the health of the prostate: in the event of possible prostate cancer, early diagnosis and proper prevention can save lives.
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the cells of the epithelium of the prostate gland with the task of thinning the ejaculate, allowing better sperm motility
This protein also plays a role in the dissolution of cervical mucus, facilitating the entry of sperm into the uterus. Normally, PSA is present in men™s blood with a healthy prostate in small quantities. In the presence of prostate diseases (such as prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia and cancer) PSA levels in blood increase. PSA levels undergo a physiological increase with advancing age or after prostate surgery and as a consequence of specific diagnostic tests.
PRIMA Prostate PSA Test is an immunochromatographic device that detects PSA values above the cut-off of 4 ng/mL.
- 1 test cassette
- 1 vial with dropper containing the diluent
- 2 sterile lancets
- 1 pipette for blood sampling
- 1 cleanser gauze
- instructions for use
Draw a blood sample by using the sterile lancet provided
Collect the sample indicated with the black line by using the capillary pipette provided
Deposit the collected specimen into the sample well (S) indicated on the test cassette
Add 2 drops of the diluent and wait 5 minutes before reading the result.
Negative - The PSA value obtained is within the norm
Positive - The PSA value found is higher than the normal threshold, it is necessary to consult a specialist.
