What’s in the Kit

• Test cassette (lateral flow immunoassay for PSA)
• Buffer solution vial
• Disposable lancet (finger-prick) and alcohol swab
• Capillary tube or dropper for sample collection
• Instructions for use and disposal guidance

What It’s For

This kit helps you screen for potential prostate health issues by measuring PSA levels. It is intended for:

• Men over 45 wanting to check prostate size or function
• Men experiencing urinary symptoms such as difficulty starting, weak stream, frequent night-time urges
• Monitoring for prostate enlargement (BPH), prostatitis or possible early signs of prostate cancer (subject to professional follow-up)

A raised PSA doesn’t mean cancer, but it signals that you should discuss further testing with your GP or urologist.

Directions for Use

• Adults (18+): Read the leaflet carefully before starting.
• Clean fingertip with the alcohol swab, use the lancet to obtain a drop of blood.
• Use the capillary/dropper to collect the required sample and apply to the cassette specimen well.
• Add the buffer as instructed, start timer.
• Wait approximately 5 minutes, then read the result. Do not interpret results after the time window indicated.
• Interpretation:
  • Two lines (Test + Control) = Elevated PSA (positive) → seek medical advice.
  • One line (Control only) = PSA level below threshold (negative) → if you have symptoms still consult your GP.
  • No control line = Invalid result → repeat with a new kit.

Precautions & Warnings

• Single-use only. For human in-vitro diagnostic use only.
• Not a definitive test for prostate cancer. A normal result does not guarantee absence of disease. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Do not reuse components, and discard all biohazard waste safely.
• If you are under 45, have symptoms of prostate cancer, or have a family history, consult your GP regardless of result.
• Store according to instructions (typically room temperature, dry place). Keep out of reach of children.

Performance & Helpful Info

• Finger-prick blood sample → rapid result in around 5 minutes. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Test accuracy advertised as “over 92%” or higher under intended use. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• CE-marked and for home self-testing. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

This test is a screening tool. Any elevated result must be followed by professional medical consultation—including repeat PSA testing, physical exam and possibly further diagnostics. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

FAQs

Does a raised PSA mean I have prostate cancer?
No. Many factors can raise PSA (e.g., BPH, prostatitis, recent ejaculation, bike-riding, infection) and a normal PSA does not guarantee you don’t have prostate cancer. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

What should I do if my result is positive?
Contact your GP. They may repeat the PSA test in a lab, perform a digital rectal exam or refer you to a specialist for further evaluation.

I have symptoms but my result was negative. What now?
Don’t ignore your symptoms. A negative home test does not rule out prostate problems. Discuss persistent symptoms with a healthcare professional.