Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)

PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, is a protein produced by the prostate gland, and measuring it in the blood is a common part of prostate health screening for men. It is used both for routine checks and to monitor known prostate conditions over time. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the test is run in the on-site laboratory at a fixed published price from a simple venous sample, with results interpreted by a doctor.

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein made by cells of the prostate gland, a small amount of which normally circulates in the blood. Measuring the total PSA level is one of the most common tools used in men's health to screen for and monitor conditions affecting the prostate, and it is frequently requested as part of a general check-up in men from middle age onward. A raised PSA can be associated with several different prostate conditions — not only cancer but also benign enlargement and inflammation — which is why the figure is always interpreted by a clinician in the context of age, symptoms, examination findings and, where appropriate, repeat or further testing rather than treated as a diagnosis on its own. Certain activities, including recent cycling or some medical procedures, can also temporarily influence the result, so doctors may advise on timing. The test itself requires only a standard venous sample and generally no special preparation. At Centrum Medyczne Medix the analysis is performed in the centre's own laboratory at a transparent listed price, and patients can also book a urology consultation at the same centre should follow-up be needed. The laboratory is open Monday to Friday 8:00–19:00 and Saturday 8:00–13:00, and your referring doctor will explain what the result means for you.