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Should I continue to get regular PSA testing after age 70? Whether or not to continue PSA testing after age 70 depends on many factors, but especially a man's family history of prostate cancer and how comfortable he is about getting a biopsy or treatment if the test results suggest possible cancer
Why is PSA test not recommended for men over 70? The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test is commonly used to screen for prostate cancer in men The test measures the level of PSA, a protein produced by the prostate, in the blood As men get older, their risk of prostate cancer increases However, there is considerable debate around PSA screening in older men Current guidelines do not recommend routine PSA screening in men over 70 years or
What older men need to know about PSA testing and prostate . . . The PSA test, the primary screen for prostate cancer and a vital tool in detecting prostate cancer early, spots proteins in the bloodstream that prostate cancer creates But its false-positive rate is close to 50%, and it’s even higher among men ages 70 and older
Prostate Cancer Screenings - Seniors Guide Question: How long should men who have always had a normal PSA continue to get prostate cancer screenings? Even if I have an abnormal level, I am not sure I would want a prostate biopsy or treatment with surgery or radiation Answer: While some guidelines suggest stopping prostate cancer screenings with a blood test for prostate specific antigen (PSA) after age 70, the decision to continue
What Is a Normal PSA Level by Age? High Level and Chart High PSA level by age chart The table below shows normal PSA levels by age and when they may be a concern The U S Preventive Service Task Force as well as the American Urology Association recommends against routine screening PSA for men over 70