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PSA Test, $69
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Order online for $69, walk into any of 2,000+ locations for a blood draw — no doctor's visit needed. One number that can prompt an earlier conversation about prostate health — with results in 1–2 days.
The short version
$69, one walk-in visit, results in 1–2 days
The PSA Prostate Cancer Screening Test ($69) measures the prostate-specific antigen in your blood — a protein made by the prostate that can rise with cancer, but also with benign enlargement or infection. Order online, walk in for a blood draw, results in 1–2 days. A single PSA number is a screening prompt, not a diagnosis: an elevated result is a reason to talk to a clinician, and a normal one is not a clean bill of health.
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Price
| Test | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| PSA Prostate Cancer Screening Test | $69 | Order now → |
Prices checked Nov 10, 2026. HSA/FSA eligible. Self-pay; insurance not billed.
What PSA is — and what one blood draw measures
PSA — prostate-specific antigen — is a protein made by the prostate gland, and a PSA blood test measures how much of it is circulating in your blood. Higher levels can indicate prostate cancer, but they can also be caused by benign conditions: an enlarged prostate, an infection, or inflammation. A level below 4 ng/mL is generally considered normal, but the normal range varies with age and between labs, so the number is read against the range printed on your own report — and against your history. This test measures total PSA from a single blood draw; it does not diagnose cancer, and it is not a substitute for the discussion with your clinician about whether screening fits you.
Who should consider it — and who should talk to a clinician first
The guidelines agree on one thing: screening is a decision to make with a clinician, not a reflex. The American Cancer Society suggests the discussion happen at age 50 for men at average risk who can expect to live at least 10 more years, at 45 for men at higher risk — Black men, and men with a father or brother diagnosed before 65 — and at 40 for men at even higher risk, with more than one first-degree relative diagnosed young. The American Urological Association leans toward starting at 55, and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends an individual decision for men 55 to 69. Age is the most common risk factor — the older you are, the greater the chance — and more than 10% of men in the U.S. develop prostate cancer in their lifetime. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in men in the U.S., behind only lung cancer. This test is not intended for men who have had a prostatectomy or who have known prostate conditions: if either applies, screening runs through your clinician, not a consumer test.
What a result can and cannot tell you
An elevated PSA is a prompt, not a verdict. Benign prostatic hyperplasia — an enlarged prostate — is far more common than prostate cancer, affecting nearly 70% of men in their 60s, and it raises PSA on its own; prostatitis does the same. In some studies, men over 50 with mildly elevated PSA (4.0 to 10.0 ng/mL) had only about a 25% probability of cancer on biopsy. False negatives happen too: some medications, including finasteride and dutasteride, can falsely lower PSA, and a normal result does not rule out cancer. And screening carries its own harm — finding and treating a slow-growing cancer that would never have caused symptoms can mean complications with no benefit, a problem called overdiagnosis. The honest use of this test is narrow: get a number, then take it to a clinician who can weigh it against your age, history, and risk.
An elevated result does not mean you have prostate cancer, and a normal one does not mean you do not. Share the result with your healthcare provider, who can decide whether further testing — a repeat PSA, a free-PSA ratio, imaging, or a biopsy — is warranted.
How walk-in PSA testing works
You order the test online, then visit a patient service center for a standard venous blood draw — no doctor’s order, no appointment, and no insurance needed. There is no special preparation. Results typically post to a secure portal 1 to 2 days after your sample arrives at the lab. HSA/FSA accepted. The test must be taken by the purchaser, and it is available to adults 18 to 100. Labcorp is currently running 20% off with promo code MARKER20 — check the product page for the current price before ordering.
Common questions
Do I need to fast before a PSA test?
No. No special preparation is listed for this test — you can walk in for the draw without fasting. If you take other tests in the same visit, check their prep rules separately, since some do require fasting.
What is a normal PSA level?
A PSA below 4 ng/mL is generally considered normal, but the range varies with age and between labs — PSA naturally rises as you get older. Read the range printed on your own report and discuss a borderline result with your clinician rather than treating any single cutoff as a verdict.
Does a high PSA mean I have prostate cancer?
No. An elevated PSA can be caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostatitis, or infection, and BPH alone affects nearly 70% of men in their 60s. An elevated result is a reason for follow-up with your clinician — a repeat test, further evaluation, or a referral — not a diagnosis on its own.
At what age should I start PSA screening?
The guidelines differ, which is why the decision is a discussion, not a date on a calendar. The American Cancer Society suggests talking about it at 50 for average risk, 45 for higher risk, and 40 for the highest risk; the American Urological Association leans toward 55; the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends an individual decision for men 55 to 69. Your family history and ancestry move the starting point earlier.
I had a prostatectomy — can I take this test?
No. This test is not intended for men who have had a prostatectomy or who have known prostate conditions. After a prostatectomy, PSA monitoring runs through your clinician with a different, more sensitive assay — a consumer screening test is the wrong tool.
Can medications affect my PSA result?
Yes. Finasteride and dutasteride — prescribed for hair loss or an enlarged prostate — can falsely lower PSA. Tell your clinician everything you take before the draw, and do not stop a prescribed medication just to test without asking first.
How long do PSA results take?
Results typically post to a secure online portal 1 to 2 days after your sample arrives at the lab. Share the result with your healthcare provider, who can help interpret it and decide whether further evaluation is needed.
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