Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer and the second most common cancer related to death that affects men worldwide. Prostate cancer screening helps to detect prostate cancer at an early stage, before symptoms develop. This early detection may improve outcome (prognosis) and improve the chance of complete cure.
The screening is done via a physical assessment in a consultant’s office and a simple blood test (PSA). This is a blood test to see if you might have prostate cancer and to monitor treatment for prostate cancer. Your doctor will decide about the starting age and frequency of screening based on specific risk factors.
When it comes to prostate cancer, knowledge is your best defence. Prostate cancer causes can vary, but early detection is crucial. At Mediclinic, we offer a straightforward and effective screening to help detect early signs of prostate cancer before they become serious. With our convenient PSA test and professional consultation, you can take a proactive step towards protecting your health.
Mediclinic offers prostate cancer screening for everyone eligible for this screening. Cancer screening is always offered to a specific group, based on international research and guidelines per type of cancer.
What's Included in the AED 225 Prostate Cancer Screening Package?
- PSA Test: A simple blood test to measure your prostate-specific antigen levels and assess your risk of prostate cancer.
- Doctor Consultation: Learn about prostate cancer symptoms and receive expert advice and care from our Family Medicine experts, either in-person or via online consultation. Alternatively, you can book a face-to-face consultation with a participating urologist.
To check if you are able to proceed with prostate cancer screening, please consider the below criteria before making an appointment:
- You're a man aged 50 or above.
- You haven’t had a prostate cancer screening (PSA test) in the last 12 months.
- You have no current prostate-related symptoms but want to monitor your health.
- If you have a family history of prostate cancer or other risk factors, screening starts from age 40.
Why Get Screened?
Prostate cancer often develops without any noticeable symptoms, making routine screening essential for early detection. A screening tool is a reliable way to check for potential issues long before they become serious.
How to Get Started:
- Book Your Test: Choose a clinic visit or opt for a virtual consultation with one of our specialists.
- Get Your PSA Test: Visit any participating hospital or clinic for a quick blood test.
- Review with a Doctor: Discuss your results with a family medicine or urology doctor, who will guide you on any further action, if needed.
The Screening Process
If you are eligible for prostate cancer screening (see information at the top of this webpage), you can make an appointment with one of the family medicine doctors in the Virtual Clinic. You can do this by calling 800 2033. We will quickly check your eligibility again before we schedule the actual appointment. You will receive a confirmation and payment link.
During the virtual consultation your family medicine doctor will go through a questionnaire with you, answer any of your questions and proceed with ordering the required test for you at hospital of your choice.
The PSA test requires a blood sample. The family medicine doctor will order the test and you can visit the phlebotomy department in the hospital at any time. You can inform the phlebotomy department that the test is ordered, they will be able to proceed based on this order. At the phlebotomy department a blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm and analysed by our laboratory for PSA, a substance that's naturally produced by your prostate gland.
You will receive the result of the test within 15 working days (three weeks) from the date the PSA test was performed. The family medicine doctor from the Virtual Clinic will call you with the results.
What happens if the screening result is positive?
For all abnormal results the family medicine doctor from the Virtual Clinic will refer you to see an urologist by booking a consultation as soon as possible.
Your Health, Your Future
Make proactive health decisions today. Early detection saves lives. Contact Mediclinic to schedule your PSA test and consultation - either at a clinic or from the comfort of your home.
Terms and Conditions
- Limited to patients with advance appointments - not applicable to walk-in patients.
- The offer is valid for cash/card payments.
- The offer is not available for patients with applicable insurance coverage.
Frequently asked questions/ more information
What is a Prostate Specific Antigen test (PSA)?
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the prostate gland, by both cancerous (malignant) and noncancerous (benign) prostate tissue. A small amount of PSA normally enters the bloodstream. Prostate cancer cells usually make more PSA than benign cells, causing PSA levels in your blood to rise. The PSA level in your bloodstream is measured in nanograms per millilitre (ng/mL).
The PSA blood level is also increased in other conditions. So having an increased PSA test result does not mean that you have prostate cancer.
How can I prepare for the PSA test?
You do not have to prepare yourself for the PSA-test, for example no fasting is needed.
When you have a PSA test, you should not have:
- An active urine infection
- Produced semen (ejaculated) in the previous 48 hours
- Exercised heavily in the previous 48 hours
- Had a prostate biopsy in the previous six weeks
- Had an examination of the back passage with a gloved finger (a digital rectal examination) in the previous week
- Had receptive anal intercourse for a period of 48 hours before a PSA test
How is a PSA test performed?
The PSA test requires a blood sample. Once the test is ordered by the family medicine doctor from the Virtual Clinic you can visit the phlebotomy department in the hospital any time. At the phlebotomy department a blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm and analysed by our laboratory for PSA, a substance that's naturally produced by your prostate gland.
What are the possible outcomes?
To give an overview of the possible outcomes of the test and the limitations and risks, we listed the categories below. Be aware that the PSA blood level can also be increased in other conditions. So having an increased PSA test result does not mean that you have prostate cancer.
A positive result may also lead to unnecessary treatment. Many prostate cancers are slow growing and may not become evident during your lifetime.
If prostate cancer screening detects an abnormality, your doctor may recommend further tests to determine whether you have prostate cancer or not.