About this test
Prostatic acid phosphatase – historical prostate-cancer marker; bone disease (largely replaced by PSA).
Parameters
A parameter breakdown is not available for this entry. Contact the centre for the exact investigation details.
Sample & preparation
- Sample
- Serum (separate promptly; keep frozen or acidified)
- Preparation
- No prostate massage, rectal examination or instrumentation for 48 h.
Confirm preparation and reporting time with OnePLUS when booking. Your referring clinician can advise which investigation is appropriate.