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Understanding PSA – III_A
- By Harvard Prostate Knowledge
Understanding PSA
Your PSA level is above four ng/ml. In younger men, this is usually considered to be a worrisome level. However, your PSA level may be normal for someone in your age group.
Speak with your doctor about options for follow-up, including
- referral to a urologist (prostate specialist)
- repeat testing in 3-6 months to make sure that your PSA level is not rising by measuring your “free” PSA level — This special way of testing your PSA level may help to decide if a prostate biopsy is needed. High levels of free PSA are reassuring, while low levels are worrisome for cancer.
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