| StateName |
Average Cash Price |
| Alabama |
$2,229
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| Alaska |
$3,016
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| Arizona |
$2,522
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| Arkansas |
$2,209
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| California |
$2,768
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| Colorado |
$2,436
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| Connecticut |
$2,666
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| Delaware |
$2,590
|
| District of Columbia |
$2,568
|
| Florida |
$2,447
|
| Georgia |
$2,294
|
| Hawaii |
$2,320
|
| Idaho |
$2,254
|
| Illinois |
$2,559
|
| Indiana |
$2,334
|
| Iowa |
$2,121
|
| Kansas |
$2,197
|
| Kentucky |
$2,248
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| Louisiana |
$2,494
|
| Maine |
$2,253
|
| Maryland |
$2,653
|
| Massachusetts |
$2,734
|
| Michigan |
$2,518
|
| Minnesota |
$2,834
|
| Mississippi |
$2,267
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| Missouri |
$2,240
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| Montana |
$2,331
|
| Nebraska |
$2,278
|
| Nevada |
$2,407
|
| New Hampshire |
$2,414
|
| New Jersey |
$2,924
|
| New Mexico |
$2,222
|
| New York |
$2,752
|
| North Carolina |
$2,208
|
| North Dakota |
$2,454
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| Ohio |
$2,296
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| Oklahoma |
$2,457
|
| Oregon |
$2,506
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| Pennsylvania |
$2,587
|
| Rhode Island |
$2,757
|
| South Carolina |
$2,353
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| South Dakota |
$2,193
|
| Tennessee |
$2,212
|
| Texas |
$2,390
|
| Utah |
$2,491
|
| Vermont |
$2,445
|
| Virginia |
$2,379
|
| Washington |
$2,653
|
| West Virginia |
$2,380
|
| Wisconsin |
$2,512
|
| Wyoming |
$2,446
|
What is a prostate biopsy?
A prostate biopsy is a procedure during which a small tissue sample is taken from the prostate gland. The tissue sample will be sent off for laboratory testing to help make or confirm a diagnosis.
Your healthcare provider may recommend a prostate biopsy if you’ve already had some tests that indicate a problem with the prostate gland.
What happens when you have a prostate biopsy?
There are two techniques for performing a prostate biopsy. The first is a transrectal biopsy. During this procedure, a needle is passed through the rectum wall to get the tissue sample.
The second technique is a transperineal biopsy. A small incision is made between the scrotum and anus during this procedure. Then the needle is inserted through the incision to get samples from the prostate. MRI or CT scan is used during this procedure to guide the needle.
During the procedure, you’ll lie on your side with your knees drawn up to your chest or on your stomach. An ultrasound probe will locate and take pictures of the prostate during the procedure. The ultrasound probe will be placed in your rectum. Your doctor will inject a numbing medication to keep you comfortable during the procedure. Once you are numb, your doctor will use a needle to get several samples from the prostate.
How long does a biopsy of the prostate take?
A prostate biopsy is a quick procedure. The entire procedure lasts about 20 minutes.
At what PSA level should a biopsy be done?
Most providers agree that a prostate biopsy is indicated if your PSA is 4ng/ml or higher. But some providers believe that a lower level (2.5 or 3 ng/ml) may be a better starting point.
What percentage of prostate biopsies are cancer?
Only 25% of prostate biopsies turn out to be cancer. There is a risk of receiving a false negative result from a prostate biopsy.
Your PSA can be elevated from causes other than cancer. These might include:
- An enlarged prostate
- Older age
- Prostatitis (an infection of the prostate gland)
- Having ejaculated in the few days prior to the test
- Urologic procedures
- Some medications, like testosterone
Can you drive home after a prostate biopsy?
Because it’s natural to feel anxious before a prostate biopsy, a sedative is often given before the procedure. If you’ve taken a sedative, it’s best to have someone else drive you home after your biopsy.
What can you not do after a prostate biopsy?
After your prostate biopsy, avoid any strenuous activity for the next 24-48 hours. If you’ve been prescribed an antibiotic, which is commonly prescribed, avoid drinking alcohol until you are done with the medicine. Don’t take any over-the-counter aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications that could increase bleeding after a biopsy. Don’t have sex for one week after a prostate biopsy.
While most men do well after a prostate biopsy, notify your healthcare provider if you experience any of the following:
- Fever
- Trouble urinating
- Heavy bleeding in your urine or from your rectum
- Any bleeding that lasts over 7 days
