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Preferred Label : Prostate-Specific Antigen;

NCIt synonyms : Gamma-Seminoprotein; EC 3.4.21.77; Seminin; Antigen, Prostate-Specific; Kallikrein-3; Prostate Specific Antigen Preproprotein; Prostate Specific Antigen; KLK3; P-30 Antigen; Semenogelase;

NCIt related terms : Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA); PSA;

NCIt definition : Prostate-specific antigen (261 aa, 29 kDa) is encoded by the human KLK3 gene. This protein plays a role in both proteolysis and seminal fluid liquefaction.;

Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A protein made by the prostate gland and found in the blood. Prostate-specific antigen blood levels may be higher than normal in men who have prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or infection or inflammation of the prostate gland.;

NCIt note : The serum level of PSA is used in diagnosis and monitoring of prostatic carcinoma, benign prostate hyperplasia, or infection or inflammation of the prostate.;

Codes from synonyms : CDR0000044867; CDR0000046540;

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