{"product_id":"advanced-psa-prostate-blood-test-total-free-psa-with-ratio","title":"Advanced PSA Prostate Blood Test — Total \u0026 Free PSA with Ratio","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #cfe0cf;background:#f3f8f1;color:#1c2b22;border-radius:12px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 20px;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ Rated 5.0 on Google\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/search.google.com\/local\/reviews?placeid=ChIJ6aQ6wBSZ2EcRAjSPBF1EtSE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead our reviews\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlood drawn at your home or workplace · Analysed by Randox · Results in about 72 hours · Explained by Lucy, our lead clinician\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Advanced PSA Blood Test measures total PSA, free PSA and the free-to-total PSA ratio.\u003c\/strong\u003e The ratio helps give a clearer picture than total PSA alone, because PSA can be raised by things other than cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProstate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK, and about one in eight UK men will be diagnosed in their lifetime. Many men avoid testing because they do not know where to start. This test makes it straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Advanced PSA Blood Test measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it shows\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal PSA (prostate-specific antigen)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe main prostate screening marker; raised levels can reflect inflammation, enlargement or cancer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree PSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe portion of PSA not bound to proteins in the blood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree-to-total PSA ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA calculation that helps clinicians tell benign enlargement apart from results that need a closer look\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the ratio matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePSA can be raised by infection, inflammation or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), not just cancer. Measuring free and total PSA and calculating the ratio gives you and your clinician a more meaningful result to act on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens after you buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe arrange a time and come to you to take the blood sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour sample is analysed by the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou receive your results within 72 hours, with an explanation of what they mean and what to do next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen aged 40 or over who want to keep an eye on their prostate health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen with a father or brother who has had prostate cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen with urinary symptoms such as frequent urination, a weak flow or difficulty starting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen who have had a raised PSA result and want a clearer picture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen who want a baseline for ongoing health monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long do results take?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults are usually available within 72 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs a PSA test a test for prostate cancer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. PSA is a screening marker, not a diagnosis. A raised result has many possible causes and usually needs further assessment by a clinician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should I prepare for a PSA test?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe usual advice is to avoid ejaculation and vigorous exercise such as cycling for 48 hours beforehand, and to wait if you have recently had a urinary infection. We will confirm what applies to you when you book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs PSA testing available on the NHS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NHS does not offer routine PSA screening to men without symptoms, but men aged 50 and over can ask their GP for a test after discussing the pros and cons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a normal PSA level?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on your age and the laboratory's reference range. Your results come with an explanation of what they mean for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between this and the standard PSA test?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard PSA test reports total PSA only. The Advanced PSA test also reports free PSA and the ratio, which can make the result easier to interpret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for the full picture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boostandglow.co.uk\/products\/well-man-test\"\u003eWell Man Blood Test\u003c\/a\u003e covers 46 biomarkers including heart, hormones, thyroid, liver, kidney and PSA. See all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boostandglow.co.uk\/pages\/mens-health\"\u003emen's health tests\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePSA is a screening marker, not a diagnosis, and a raised result has many possible causes. This test does not replace care from your GP, and if you have urinary symptoms or are worried, you should seek medical advice. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boostandglow.co.uk\/policies\/privacy-policy\"\u003ePrivacy Policy\u003c\/a\u003e for how we handle your health information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boost \u0026 Glow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61333608333646,"sku":"sku-57845781791104","price":128.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7194\/5806\/files\/advanced-psa-prostate-blood-test-boost-glow.png?v=1792764710","url":"https:\/\/www.siocolat.uk\/products\/advanced-psa-prostate-blood-test-total-free-psa-with-ratio","provider":"Siocolat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}