Canadian researchers develop new type of MRI that makes cancer easier to detect
Tested on people with prostate cancer, the technique increases the chances of earlier diagnosis.
Prostate Cancer
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Tests and Procedures
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Prostate biopsy
Alternative names: Prostate gland biopsy; Transrectal prostate biopsy; Fine needle biopsy of the prostate; Core biopsy of the prostate; Targeted prostate biopsy; Prostate biopsy – transrectal ultrasound (TRUS); Stereotactic transperineal prostate biopsy (STPB)Definition: A prostate biopsy is the removal of tiny samples of prostate tissue to examine it for signs of prostate cancer.
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Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test
Alternative names: Prostate-specific antigen; Prostate cancer screening test; PSADefinition: Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by prostate cells.
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