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Male Reproductive System -Q – Diagnostic Tests & Procedure & A – Meaning

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biopsy (Bx)   tissue sampling used to identify neoplasia  
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biopsy of the prostate   needle biopsy of the prostate; often performed using ultrasound guidance (see Fig. 14-9)  
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testicular biopsy   biopsy of a testicle  
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digital rectal exam (DRE)   insertion of a finger into the male rectum to palpate the rectum and prostate  
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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  
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urethrogram   x-ray of the urethra and prostate  
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semen analysis   study of semen, including a sperm count with observation of morphology (form) and motility; usually performed to rule out male infertility  
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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  
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