Prostate Cancer Screening Test (PSA)
We’ve developed a simple at-home test that checks your PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) levels, an important marker of prostate health.
Check if your PSA levels are elevated with our safe, accurate and affordable at-home testing kit.
Available at Chemist Warehouse and your local chemist.
Why Smith Biomed?
Affordable
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Quick and Accurate
No need to wait in line at the doctor or testing lab, our tests are easy to use and provide accurate results in minutes.
Accessible
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What's Included in the Test:
Test cassette
Capillary dropper
Buffer
Alcohol pad
Lancet
Instruction leaflet
THE TEST
Testing for Prostate Cancer (PSA)
With the PSA Rapid Test Cassette, you can get quick, reliable results in just 10 minutes, all from the comfort of your own home. No need to book a doctor’s appointment, you’ll know right away if your PSA levels are higher than usual.
Am I at risk of Elevated PSA Levels?
PSA is a protein produced by the prostate gland. Elevated PSA levels may be linked to conditions such as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Prostatitis
Men over the age of 50 are more likely to experience elevated PSA levels and should consider regular screening for prostate cancer.
Common symptoms associated with prostate problems can include:
- Frequent urination
- Difficulty starting or stopping urination
- Weak urine flow
- Pain or discomfort in the pelvic area
HOW IT WORKS
Learn How to Take the Test at Home
PROCEDURE – HOW TO DO THE TEST
- Wash your hands with soap and rinse with clear warm water.
- Open the foil pouch and get out the Cassette–place on a flat surface.
- Use the provided alcohol pad to clean the fingertip of the middle or ring finger as the puncture site.
- Carefully twist and pull off and dispose the round cap of the lancet.
- Press the lancet against your fingertip on the side from where the cap was extracted. This will allow the lancet to pierce the skin. The tip of the lancet retracts automatically and safely after use.
- Keeping your hand down, massage the end of the finger to obtain a blood drop.
- Without squeezing the capillary dropper bulb, in contact with the blood. The blood will migrate into the capillary through the capillarity to the line indicated on the capillary dropper. You may massage your finger to obtain more blood if the line is not reached.
- Put the blood collected into the sample well marked ‘S’ of the cassette, by squeezing the dropper bulb.
- Wait for all the blood to be in the well then unscrew the cap of the buffer bottle and add 1 drop of buffer into the same sample well of the cassette.
- Wait for the coloured line(s) to appear. Read results at 5 minutes. Do not interpret the result after 10 minutes.
INTERPRETATION OF RESULTS
- Positive: Two coloured lines appear. One coloured line should be in the control region (C) and another coloured line should be in the test region (T). NOTE: The intensity of the colour in the test line region (T) will vary depending on the concentration of PSA present in the specimen. Therefore, any shade of colour in the test region (T) should be considered positive.
- Negative: One coloured line appears in the control region (C). No coloured line appears in the test region (T).
- Invalid: Control line (C) fails to appear. Insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedural techniques are the most likely reasons for control line failure. Review the procedure and repeat the test with a new test cassette. If the problem persists, discontinue using the test kit immediately and contact your local distributor.
What do I have to do if the result is positive?
If the result is abnormal, it means that the PSA level is higher than the normal (4ng/ml) and that you should consult your doctor and show the test result to him/her. Your doctor will then decide whether additional analysis should be performed.
Find a Stockist
Our tests are stocked in over 1,000 stores nationwide. Pop in to your local Chemist Warehouse (also available online) or pharmacy to find your Smith Biomed PSA Screening Test today.
Learn More About Prostate Cancer
What is Prostate Cancer? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Support in NZ
Frequently Asked Questions
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein made by the prostate. Higher levels in the blood can signal prostate cancer or other prostate conditions.
PSA testing is a simple way to check prostate health and can help with early detection of prostate cancer. Detecting issues early may provide more treatment options and better outcomes.
The PSA Rapid Test Cassette is a qualitative test that uses a small drop of blood from your fingertip. Results are ready in 10 minutes.
- Normal: Two coloured lines (T and C) appear. Even if the T line is very faint, the test indicates a normal level of ferritin. This result suggests no potential iron deficiency.
- Abnormal: Only one coloured line appears under the control line (C). This result indicates low ferritin concentration, suggesting a potential iron deficiency. Consult your doctor in such cases.
- Invalid: The control line fails to appear. This could be due to insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedural techniques. Review the procedure, repeat the test with a new kit, and contact your local distributor if the issue persists.
If your PSA result is abnormal, it’s important to consult your doctor promptly. They will determine whether further tests or investigations are required.
Read our handy blog about Prostate Cancer Screening here.
Prostate cancer occurs when cells in the prostate gland grow abnormally and form a tumour. It’s the most common cancer in New Zealand men, with around 4,000 new cases diagnosed each year. While many prostate cancers grow slowly, others can be aggressive.
Early detection through PSA testing and follow-up care can significantly improve treatment outcomes.
There isn’t a simple “cell count” test for prostate cancer. Instead, diagnosis and monitoring rely on PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood tests, digital rectal exams (DRE), MRI scans, and prostate biopsies. A biopsy can show how many cancer cells are present and how aggressive they are, often described using a Gleason score rather than a cell count.
Yes. A PSA blood test is commonly used to detect abnormal levels of Prostate Specific Antigen. Higher PSA levels may suggest prostate cancer, but they can also be caused by other conditions such as prostate enlargement (BPH) or inflammation. A raised PSA result usually leads to further tests, such as MRI or biopsy, to confirm whether cancer is present.
The most common first step is a PSA blood test, sometimes combined with a digital rectal exam (DRE). If results are abnormal, your doctor may recommend further investigations such as:
- MRI scans to visualise the prostate.
- Prostate biopsy to check tissue samples for cancer cells.
Routine screening is not offered to all men in New Zealand, so it’s best to discuss your risk with your GP, particularly if you are over 50 or over 40 with a family history.
Patient information leaflets and educational pamphlets are available through:
- The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand (free downloadable resources).
- Cancer Society NZ (information on diagnosis, treatment, and living with prostate cancer).
- Your local GP or hospital (many provide printed leaflets tailored to NZ healthcare pathways).
Prostate cancer can develop with no early symptoms occurring.
If symptoms do occur, they can include:
- Frequent or urgent urination.
- Difficulty starting or stopping urination.
- Weak urine flow.
- Blood in urine or semen.
- Pain in the back, hips, or pelvis (in advanced stages).
It is important to note that these symptoms can also be caused by other prostate conditions, so always consult with your GP or Healthcare provider if you have any concerns.
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