PSA or the prostate-specific antigen tests are a blood test that is performed to see how much PSA is in the blood stream. PSA is a protein that is created by the prostate glands’ cells, and is responsible for healthy levels in the system. PSA or prostate-specific antigen tests are suggested for any man over the age of 50 as well as men who have a history of prostate cancers or benign tumors.

Men who use home remedies such as ED pumps or penis pumps as a means of overcoming erectile dysfunction or impotence may not have had the PSA test. ED pumps and Penis pumps are a medical recommendation for men with Erectile dysfunction or Impotence, after a doctor has diagnosed the condition. There are many underlying conditions such as prostate issues that can contribute to Erectile dysfunction or Impotence; therefore it is important that professional help be sought for the symptoms. ED symptoms include the inability to get or keep an erection for an extended period of time.

For men who have ED, asking for the PSA test to check your PSA levels is ideal. A digital rectal exam will be given as well, and this is to determine prostate issues that could cause the ED. PSA levels do not have an agreed upon professional high or low level; doctors will look at your personal PSA levels as well as your prior medical history and current medical condition. There are certain medications that will interfere with the PSA results such as hormone therapy and cancer medications, even interferon. Therefore disclosing all medications prior to the PSA test is required.

Your levels may be high or low, and these can vary from lab to lab, therefore you may need to take the test more than once to get an accurate level count.

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