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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) – Diagnosis and Treatment

Urine And Blood Tests

The prostate-specific antigen or PSA is a blood test that can measure a protein generated by the prostate. If the results suggest higher levels of PSA in the blood, it can be a sign of prostatitis or cancer. However, some men with normal results can still suffer from prostate cancer. This test should be interpreted with results from other diagnostic tests to ensure a precise diagnosis. Another option is a urinalysis, which measures urine volume to identify infection or inflammatory cells. [2]