Who Should Have a PSA Test So who should undergo PSA testing?
Men who are at a high risk of developing prostate cancer — African-American men, men with a family history of prostate cancer, especially several immediate family members — should consider prostate cancer screening with a PSA test, even earlier than age 50. “If you’re having symptoms that are suggestive of prostate cancer, then you need to talk with your doctor about having diagnostic testing,” which would consist of a PSA and a DRE, says Brooks. If you don’t have symptoms and are considering these screening tests, getting them will be beneficial for most men, with a few possible exceptions. Talk to your doctor about your situation so you can feel confident about the decision.
