Reviewed: 13. Juli 2026
PSA Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)
Unit: ng/ml
Quick Explanation
PSA is produced by the prostate and can rise with prostate enlargement, inflammation, or prostate cancer. An elevated value alone doesn't prove cancer, many benign causes are far more common, so medical assessment is important.
📊 Reference Values
ℹ️ Reference ranges may vary slightly between laboratories. Always compare your value with the reference range from your own lab report.
🔍 Possible Causes
Value too high — possible causes
- ·Benign prostate enlargement (BPH)
- ·Prostate inflammation
- ·After physical exertion (e.g. cycling)
- ·Prostate cancer (one of several possible causes)
This list shows possible causes — not a diagnosis. Only your doctor can correctly interpret your result.
🩺 Questions for Your Doctor
- →Which of the possible causes applies to me?
- →Is further urological evaluation useful?
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The content on this page is for general information only and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for health-related questions. Lab values should always be assessed in the context of your personal medical history.