Healthy Prostate

WHAT?

At-home sample collection device for monitoring prostate function without the discomfort of a rectal examination by a doctor. Laboratory results are provided within 5 days.

WHY?

A healthy prostate’s primary function is to produce the fluid that nourishes and transports sperm (seminal fluid). It is not fully understood what causes prostate problems, however ageing and changes in male hormone levels may play a role. Prostate cancer can be cured, when detected and treated early.

WHO & WHEN?

It is recommended that men should have their first prostate exam by age 50. If you have a family history of prostate cancer, you should consider having your first prostate exam at age 45. Regular prostate checks detect problems that can be routinely treated, but if ignored can be life threatening.

Doctors will suggest a prostate test for men experiencing any of the following symptoms:

• Difficulty starting urination
• Weak or interrupted urine flow
• Frequent urination, especially at night
• Trouble emptying the bladder completely
• Pain or burning during urination
• Blood in urine or semen

HOW?

This sample kit contains a finger-prick blood collection device, along with clear instructions. Samples collected at home are couriered to and tested at the BioSmart accredited pathology laboratory.

Blood is tested for:

• Total PSA
• Free PSA
• % free PSA

Your prostate health report will come in an easy-to-understand format with a detailed breakdown of results, what they mean and your next steps.