Abnormal PSA evaluation

madman

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PSA is a blood test used to determine if there are any abnormalities of the prostate, including prostate cancer. This micro-video provides an overview of how an abnormal PSA can be further assessed, including the use of 4k Score blood tests, urine tests such as ExoDx or PCA3, and MRI. The potential approach to prostate biopsy is also discussed. A prostate biopsy is necessary to make a diagnosis of prostate cancer, but not all men with an abnormal PSA will require a prostate biopsy. Further evaluation before a biopsy is almost always helpful for a man with an abnormal PSA.
 
Does anyone have experience with Dr. Schlegel? I'm looking for a urologist in the NYC area that will not jump straight to a biopsy for an elevated PSA test result.
 

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Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

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The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038

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