PRIMA Lab Prostate PSA Test is an immunochromatographic device that detects PSA values above the cut-off of 4 ng/mL. It is indicated for men with urinary symptoms or as a periodic screening over 45 years of age.
Among the most common symptoms related to a possible prostatic pathology there are: difficulty in urination, pain and increased frequency. Periodically checking the PSA level in the blood is useful for verifying the health of the prostate: in the event of possible prostate cancer, early diagnosis and proper prevention can save lives.
| Specificity | 87.13% |
| Sensitivity | 97.22% |
| Accuracy | 92.34% |
Contents
- 1 test cassette
- 1 vial with dropper containing the diluent
- 2 sterile lancets
- 1 pipette for blood sampling
- 1 cleanser gauze
- instructions for use
Directions
- Draw a blood sample by using the sterile lancet provided;
- Collect the sample indicated with the black line by using the capillary pipette provided;
- Deposit the collected specimen into the sample well (S) indicated on the test cassette;
- Add 2 drops of the diluent and wait 5 minutes before reading the result.