PSA Testing

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It is only recommended for men with a positive family history of prostate cancer.
It is only recommended for men over the age of 70.
It is recommended for all men as a routine screening test for prostate cancer.
It is not recommended due to the uncertain benefits of early detection and treatment of prostate cancer. (correct)

If they have a negative family history of prostate cancer.
If they have a positive family history of prostate cancer.
If they are over the age of 70.
If they have a diagnosis of early prostate cancer that might influence treatment options. (correct)

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Serum PSA testing is not recommended as a screening test for prostate cancer due to its limitations.

Men should be offered a PSA measurement if they are 50 years or older, or 45 years or older with a family history of prostate cancer.

If a man's serum PSA level is in excess of 2.5–4ng/mL, clinicians should consider the possibility of prostate cancer and further evaluation may be necessary.

Transrectal ultrasound scanning (TRUS) plus transrectal biopsies should be considered if the PSA level is elevated or if a digital rectal examination is abnormal.

Men should be informed about the potential risks and benefits of PSA testing, including the risk of false-positive results and the possibility of over-diagnosis and over-treatment, before undergoing a PSA test.