Laboratory test
Prostatic Acid Phosphatase
Prostatic Acid Phosphatase: 1 parameter from a blood sample, no fasting.
Also known as
PAP Test
- Sample
- Blood
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- 24–48 hours
- Parameters
- 1
- No home collection fee
What is the Prostatic Acid Phosphatase?
Prostatic Acid Phosphatase includes Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (PAP). The listed sample is Blood (Serum). The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the Prostatic Acid Phosphatase measure?
1 parameter. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Other measurements1 parameter
| Parameter | Unit | Catalogue method | LOINC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (PAP) | ng/mL | CLIA | 20420-6 |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
Prostatic Acid Phosphatase: sample & preparation
Sample: Blood. Fasting: Not required.
- No fasting is required. Avoid a digital rectal examination or prostate massage in the 48 hours before this test, as these can raise the result.
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1 parameter · No fasting required · Report time: 24–48 hours
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