Question

question 8
1 pts
the most commonly recommended method for prostate cancer screening in a 55 year old male is:
digital rectal examination (dre) plus prostate specific antigen (psa)
prostate specific antigen (psa) alone
transrectal ultrasound (trus) alone
prostate specific antigen (psa) and transrectal ultrasound (trus)

Explanation:

Digital rectal examination (DRE) allows for physical assessment of the prostate's size, shape, and any abnormalities, while prostate - specific antigen (PSA) is a blood test that can detect elevated levels associated with prostate cancer. Together, they are commonly used for prostate cancer screening in men around 55 years old. PSA alone may have false - positives and false - negatives, and transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) is often used after abnormal DRE or PSA results for further evaluation rather than as a first - line screening.

Answer:

Digital rectal examination (DRE) plus prostate specific antigen (PSA)