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posted 02/18/2009, comments (3)

Can Sexual Activity before a PSA Test Elevate PSA Level?

Dear Dr. Motola, Can sexual activity just before a PSA blood test make PSA results jump from 2 to 12? PSA testing immediately after sexual activity remains controversial. The most widely held belief is that patients should wait 3 days after sexual activity prior to obtaining a PSA, however some recent... Read more Chevron

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