PSA, total — lab reference
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Often used when total PSA is in an indeterminate zone. Use the performing-lab risk table.
Depends on total testosterone, SHBG, albumin, calculation, and assay.
Lab-specific. Interpret with symptoms, medication effects, and differential.
Altitude, smoking, hydration, androgen therapy, and pregnancy may shift values.
Consider altitude and iron/B12/folate status. Pregnancy requires trimester-specific ranges.
Hydration and altitude are major modifiers. Review alongside hemoglobin and RBC indices.
Macrocytosis and microcytosis require cause-specific interpretation.
Analyzer-specific. Review with MCV and MCHC.
Analyzer-specific; hemolysis and cold agglutinins may interfere.
Useful with MCV for mixed nutrient deficiencies and evolving anemia.
Local analyzer range governs. Review trends and collection artifacts.
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