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Male Reproductive System -Q – Diagnostic Tests & Procedure & A – Meaning
Question | Answer |
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biopsy (Bx) | tissue sampling used to identify neoplasia |
biopsy of the prostate | needle biopsy of the prostate; often performed using ultrasound guidance (see Fig. 14-9) |
testicular biopsy | biopsy of a testicle |
digital rectal exam (DRE) | insertion of a finger into the male rectum to palpate the rectum and prostate |
prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test | blood test used to screen for prostate cancer; an elevated level of the antigen indicates the possible presence of tumor |
urethrogram | x-ray of the urethra and prostate |
semen analysis | study of semen, including a sperm count with observation of morphology (form) and motility; usually performed to rule out male infertility |
endorectal sonogram of the prostate (Fig. 14-9) | scan of the prostate made after introducing an ultrasonic transducer into the rectum; also used to guide needle biopsy |