SELFCHECK Prostate Health Test

The SELFCHECK Prostate Health Test is a convenient at-home test that detects elevated levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), which can indicate abnormalities of the prostate gland. Prostate health issues are more common among older men.

To use the test, simply use one of the included single-use finger prick devices to obtain a blood sample and apply it to the lateral flow test cassette. The test cassette results window will display one line for a negative result and two lines for a positive result.

• The test is over 87% accurate compared to laboratory tests*
• provides results in just 10 minutes.
• Contains 1 test.

While PSA is a known marker for prostate cancer, a high PSA level is often caused by other factors, such as prostatitis, an enlarged prostate, or a urinary tract infection.

It's important to note that approximately 75% of men with a raised PSA level will not have cancer, and approximately 1 in 7 men with a normal PSA level will have prostate cancer. Therefore, it's essential to weigh the pros and cons of PSA testing before deciding to undergo the test.

The kit contains 1 test, and it is crucial to consult your healthcare professional if you receive a positive result.

Pros:

• A normal test result can provide reassurance
• Early detection of cancer can enable early treatment
• PSA testing may lower the risk of death in cases where cancer is present

Cons: :

• The test may miss some cancers, leading to false reassurance
• The possibility of unnecessary worry and medical tests if no cancer is present
• The test cannot differentiate between slow-growing and fast-growing cancers
• Finding a slow-growing cancer that may never cause problems may lead to unnecessary anxiety.

SELFCHECK offers direct ordering for their testing kits.

• Their testing kits are assembled at their UK labs.
• The testing kits provide reliable results at home in minutes.
• The testing kits are clinically proven and CE certified.
• The components used in the testing kits are the same as those used in hospital tests.
• The testing kits are as reliable as a doctor's test.
• SELFCHECK supplies laboratory diagnostics to the NHS and research institutions.
• SELFCHECK provides expert customer service.

Always speak with your doctor if you have symptoms that are causing concern.

The term "accuracy" in reference to SELFCHECK's PSA test pertains to the overall agreement of the test with a hospital laboratory PSA test, and does not pertain to the diagnostic efficiency of PSA as a means of diagnosing prostate cancer.