Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
- Receive your results digitally by email
What is Free PSA?
Free Prostate-Specific Antigen (Free PSA) is a protein produced exclusively by the prostate gland. It is a form of PSA that is not bound to other proteins in the blood. Measuring the level of free PSA helps in assessing prostate health and can be used in combination with the total PSA test to better estimate the risk of prostate cancer.
Why should you have Free PSA tested?
Testing Free PSA is particularly useful for men who have an elevated total PSA value. It helps in distinguishing between prostate cancer and other prostate conditions, such as prostate enlargement or inflammation, which can also cause an elevation in PSA levels. By measuring the free PSA level, the necessity of further invasive examinations, such as a prostate biopsy, can be better assessed.
What does it indicate?
A ratio of free PSA to total PSA can help in assessing the risk of prostate cancer. A lower ratio generally indicates a higher risk of prostate cancer, while a higher ratio may point more toward benign (non-cancerous) prostate conditions.
What does a high Free PSA level mean?
A high level of free PSA relative to total PSA may indicate a lower risk of prostate cancer. It possibly indicates the presence of benign prostate conditions.
What does a low Free PSA level mean?
A low level of free PSA relative to total PSA may be an indication of a higher risk of prostate cancer. This may be a sign that further investigation is necessary to rule out or confirm prostate cancer.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what people usually want to know.
How does it work from order to result?
After ordering we generate a referral letter and email you the instructions. You pick a collection point yourself and book an appointment there. Blood is drawn at the location, processed at the lab, and your result arrives digitally.
How quickly can I get tested?
Usually very quickly. Collection points typically have slots within a few days, sometimes even same-day. It depends on how busy the location is. For a few specialist analyses we first ship collection materials, which takes a bit longer.
Do I need to book an appointment?
At most collection points yes. Some accept walk-ins. This is clearly indicated per location. You choose the location that works best for you.
