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diagnostic terms male
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| magnetic resonance imaging procedure providing information of anatomic structures and physiology for the staging of prostate cancer. use diff MRI modalities to better understand size and extend of the cancer | Multiparametic MRI |
| ultrasound procedure used to diagnose prostate cancer, sound waves are sent and recieved by transducer phone that is placed into the rectum | transrectal ultrasound ( TRUS) |
| blood test measures the level of prostate specific antigen in the blood. | prostate specific antigen PSA |
| microscopic observation of ejacualted semen revealing size, structure and movement | semen analysis |
| physical exam in which healthcare provider inserts gloved finger into rectum and palpates prostate through the rectal wall to determine size, shape and consistency of gland | Digital rectal exam DRE |