Biomarker Encyclopedia · prostate · Sutton Coldfield

Total Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

Also known as: PSA, Total PSA

Prostate specific antigen is a protein produced by the prostate gland and measurable in the blood. At The Vesey Private Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, Total Prostate Specific Antigen is available within 6 private blood test panels, with clinician-reviewed results. This page is educational and does not replace personalised medical advice.

What Total Prostate Specific Antigen measures

Prostate specific antigen is a protein produced by the prostate gland and measurable in the blood. The total PSA test measures the overall amount present.

Why it is tested

PSA is measured as part of prostate-related assessment in men. It is included in the Prostate Profile and some comprehensive panels.

Tests that include Total Prostate Specific Antigen at The Vesey

Guide prices are read from the current Vesey catalogue and confirmed at booking.

Prostate Profile

Guide price from £163

Standard Screen Plus (Male)

Guide price from £210

Advanced GP2 (Male)

Guide price from £239

Advanced GP3 (Male)

Guide price from £324

Related biomarkers

Other markers in the prostate group:

Frequently asked questions

What is PSA?

It is a protein made by the prostate that can be measured in the blood and interpreted in the context of the clinical picture. It is reviewed by a clinician.

Reviewed by Dr Greg Spencer · General Practitioner · Last reviewed 2026-07-07

This page is for general education and information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation for any specific test or treatment, and it does not include reference ranges, which are laboratory-dependent and interpreted by a clinician. Guide prices are indicative and confirmed at the time of booking. Always discuss your health and any test results with a qualified clinician. In an emergency call 999; for urgent non-emergency advice call NHS 111.

Private blood testing in Sutton Coldfield

Clinician-reviewed results. No GP referral needed.

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