Published on: 5/22/2025
Are there any reliable methods to check for prostate cancer at home?
There are methods to collect samples at home that can help check for prostate cancer, but they usually need to be sent to a lab for analysis.
Explanation
While there are no fully reliable methods for diagnosing prostate cancer entirely at home, there are ways to collect samples that can be tested for signs of prostate cancer.
Urine Sample Collection: According to the research, urine samples can be collected at home, which may be used to detect certain markers linked to prostate cancer. However, these samples still need to be sent to a lab for proper analysis.
Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Testing: Other research explores how PSA is a biomarker used in clinical settings to help detect prostate cancer. Home testing kits for PSA exist, but they are not as reliable as lab tests.
Exosome Diagnostics (EPI) Test: The EPI test can analyze urine samples for specific cancer markers. While the sample can be collected at home, it requires laboratory processing to give accurate results.
In conclusion, while initial steps can be taken at home, professional laboratory analysis is essential for accurate prostate cancer detection.
(References)
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- Moul JW, & Sant GR. (2022). The Exosome Diagnostics (EPI) prostate cancer biomarker .... The Canadian journal of urology, 35969726.
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