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Hello, Can You Tell Me Which Of The Additional Tests
Question: Hello,
Can you tell me which of the additional tests for prostrate cancer are of greatest value? I have heard of mdx, phi and 4k.Or are they duplicatous? Thanks!
Can you tell me which of the additional tests for prostrate cancer are of greatest value? I have heard of mdx, phi and 4k.Or are they duplicatous? Thanks!
Brief Answer:
Prostatic Health Index (PHI) is used widely all over the world
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
There is no common and acceptable view on the various tests that are being carried out to diagnose and decide the line of treatment for cancer of the prostate
However, PHI Prostate Health Index (PHI )is a simple and inexpensive blood test that is being used all over the world to avoid invasive procedure of Prostate biopsy, to diagnose and to decide amongst various modalities of treatment options especially in patients who are under surveillance option.
Mdx health test is practiced in European countries and still in a stage of trials and to gain wide acceptance.
Hope I have answered your query, please feel free to ask if you have more questions, I shall be happy to help you.
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil
Prostatic Health Index (PHI) is used widely all over the world
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
There is no common and acceptable view on the various tests that are being carried out to diagnose and decide the line of treatment for cancer of the prostate
However, PHI Prostate Health Index (PHI )is a simple and inexpensive blood test that is being used all over the world to avoid invasive procedure of Prostate biopsy, to diagnose and to decide amongst various modalities of treatment options especially in patients who are under surveillance option.
Mdx health test is practiced in European countries and still in a stage of trials and to gain wide acceptance.
Hope I have answered your query, please feel free to ask if you have more questions, I shall be happy to help you.
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil
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