Prostate cancer screening can help identify cancer early on, when treatment is most effective. Screening blood tests, such as the prostate-specific antigen (PSA), are available through your physician, at the annual Focus on Health sites for a nominal fee, or community outreach events.
Screening guidelines
Under age 54
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No routine PSA based screening recommended .
Ages 55-69
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Greatest benefit of screening in this age group
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Shared decision making based on patient’s values and preferences, life expectancy and cancer risk
Over age 70 or any patient with a 10-15 year life expectancy
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No routine PSA-based screening
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Some men over 70 who are in exceptional health may benefit from screening