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Free PSA in Mumbai

Free PSA is a tumour marker. It is most useful for monitoring a known condition and tracking response to treatment, alongside clinical evaluation.

Also known as: Free PSA, fPSA

Sample

Blood

Fasting

Not required

Report in

24 hours

Collection

Free at home

  • Pathologist-verified report
  • 27% off - no hidden charges
  • For male
  • Age Above 40 Years

Total price

27% OFF
₹1,099₹1,499

You save ₹400

Call to book: 84250 40353
  • Free home sample collection
  • Reports within 24 hours
  • Verified by a pathologist

Quick test summary

Test name
Free PSA
Sample
Blood
Sample type
Venous blood (from a vein in the arm)
Fasting
Not required
Report time
24 hours (next day)
Home collection
Available, free
Test code
HWP-T0117

What is the Free PSA?

Free PSA measures the portion of prostate-specific antigen that circulates unbound to proteins in the blood. Along with total PSA, the free-to-total PSA ratio helps distinguish benign prostate enlargement from a higher likelihood of prostate cancer when total PSA is in a borderline range.

Why is the Free PSA done?

Ordered when total PSA is mildly elevated (borderline range) to help estimate the likelihood that the cause is cancer versus a benign condition like prostate enlargement, without needing an immediate biopsy.

It can help your doctor assess

Helps refine risk assessment between benign prostate enlargement and prostate cancer when total PSA is borderline.

Who may need this test?

This test may be considered for:

Men with a borderline-elevated total PSA result, where the free PSA ratio can help guide whether further investigation (like a biopsy) is needed.

Whether this test is right for you depends on your symptoms, medical history and the reason for testing - your doctor can advise.

What does this test measure?

The unbound (free) fraction of PSA, used together with total PSA to calculate the free-to-total PSA ratio.

Free PSA / Total PSA Ratio

Prostate Marker Ratio

A lower free-to-total PSA ratio is associated with a higher likelihood of prostate cancer, while a higher ratio is more suggestive of a benign cause like prostate enlargement.

Understanding your Free PSA results

How to read your result

Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.

MarkerResultWhat it may be associated with
Free-to-Total PSA RatioLow (below ~10-15%)Associated with a higher likelihood that a borderline total PSA elevation is related to prostate cancer, and may prompt your doctor to recommend further evaluation.

If a result is outside the range

If the Free PSA is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.

Limitations of this test

This ratio helps refine risk but isn’t diagnostic on its own - your doctor combines it with total PSA, age, symptoms and sometimes imaging or biopsy.

An abnormal result does not by itself mean you have a particular disease. Your doctor interprets results together with your symptoms, history and other tests.

Free PSA normal range

ParameterReference rangeUnit
Free-to-Total PSA RatioAbove 25% (lower cancer likelihood)%

Typical adult ranges for guidance. Reference intervals vary with the laboratory method, age and sex - always read your result against the range printed on your own report.

How should I prepare for the Free PSA?

  • No fasting is needed - you can eat and drink normally.
  • Drink water as usual - being well hydrated makes the blood draw easier.
  • Tell the collection team about any medicines and supplements you take.
  • Do not stop prescribed medicines unless your doctor tells you to.
  • Follow any additional instructions our team shares when you book.

How sample collection works

  1. 01

    Book

    Choose the test and a time slot online, or call us and we'll book it for you.

  2. 02

    Prepare

    Follow the preparation steps above for this test.

  3. 03

    Sample collection

    A trained phlebotomist collects the sample at your home - no extra charge.

  4. 04

    Laboratory processing

    Your sample is processed in our laboratory and reviewed by a pathologist.

  5. 05

    Report

    Your report is shared on WhatsApp and email, usually within 24 hours.

For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.

What can affect the result?

Recent ejaculation, prostate infection, and certain procedures can affect both total and free PSA values.

When should you talk to a doctor?

Laboratory results are interpreted together with your symptoms, medical history and other investigations. If your results are significantly abnormal, or you have symptoms that worry you, discuss them with a qualified doctor promptly.

Test details

Test name
Free PSA
Test code
HWP-T0117
Department
Clinical Biochemistry
Sample type
Venous blood (from a vein in the arm)
Fasting
Not required
Report time
24 hours (next day)
Home collection
Available across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali & Goregaon
Price
₹1,099 (MRP ₹1,499, 27% off)
Availability
All days - lab open 24×7

References

Trusted public health sources for the information on this page:

  1. 1.Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test - MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine)
  2. 2.Tumor Markers - National Cancer Institute (US)
  3. 3.What You Need to Know About Blood Testing - MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine)
  4. 4.Laboratory Tests - MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine)
  5. 5.How to Prepare for a Lab Test - MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine)
  6. 6.How to Understand Your Lab Results - MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine)

This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from your doctor.

₹1,099₹1,499 27% off

Free PSA test price in Mumbai

The Free PSA test cost in Mumbai at HWP Diagnostic is ₹1,099 - 27% less than the MRP of ₹1,499. There are no extra charges for home sample collection. The same price applies across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon.

TestFree PSA
Price at HWP Diagnostic₹1,099
MRP₹1,499 (you save ₹400 - 27% off)
Home collection chargeFree
Report time24 hours
FastingNot required
Available inMalad, Kandivali, Borivali & Goregaon (same price)

Free PSA test near me

Book the Free PSA test with free home sample collection anywhere in Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon, or walk in to our lab in Malad West, Mumbai - open 24×7.

Home collection areas include

Malad WestMalwani & KharodiMalad EastKandivali WestKandivali EastBorivali WestGorai & Borivali WestIC Colony & MandapeshwarBorivali EastGoregaon WestBangur Nagar & Motilal NagarGoregaon EastAarey ColonyDahisarJogeshwari WestJogeshwari East

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Other names for Free PSA

It is also known as Free PSA, fPSA.

Free PSA near you

Home collection at the same price (₹1,099) across these areas, with our lab in Malad West open 24×7.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to fast for this test?

No fasting is required, though avoiding ejaculation and vigorous exercise for 24-48 hours beforehand is often advised.

Why is Free PSA tested only when total PSA is borderline?

The free-to-total ratio is most useful for clarifying risk specifically in the "grey zone" of total PSA results - it’s not typically needed when total PSA is clearly normal or clearly very high.

What is the Free PSA?

Free PSA is a blood test. Free PSA is a tumour marker. It is most useful for monitoring a known condition and tracking response to treatment, alongside clinical evaluation.

Why is the Free PSA done?

The Free PSA may be ordered when a healthcare professional needs information about the condition or health area assessed by this test. Free PSA is a tumour marker. It is most useful for monitoring a known condition and tracking response to treatment, alongside clinical evaluation. At HWP Diagnostic the sample can be collected free at your home in Malad and nearby Mumbai areas, and the report is usually shared within the same day or next day. Please carry or upload your doctor's prescription where the test needs one, and discuss the result with your doctor for a full interpretation.

What does the Free PSA test measure?

Free PSA is a tumour marker. It is most useful for monitoring a known condition and tracking response to treatment, alongside clinical evaluation.

Who may need the Free PSA?

The test may be relevant for people whose symptoms, medical history, screening needs or treatment monitoring match the purpose of the Free PSA.

How should I prepare for the Free PSA?

No special preparation is needed for this test.

Do I need to fast for the Free PSA?

No, fasting is not required for the Free PSA. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

What sample is required for the Free PSA?

The Free PSA is done on a blood sample.

How is the Free PSA sample collected?

For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.

How long does the Free PSA take to report?

Reports for the Free PSA are usually ready within 24 hours of sample collection. You receive them on WhatsApp and email.

What is the price of the Free PSA?

The Free PSA costs Rs 700 at HWP Diagnostic (MRP Rs 935). Home sample collection is free.

How do I understand my Free PSA result?

Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.

What does a high or low Free PSA result mean?

If the Free PSA is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.

Can a Free PSA diagnose a disease by itself?

The Free PSA can provide important information, but laboratory results are generally interpreted together with symptoms, medical history, examination and other investigations. A single result should not be treated as a diagnosis without clinical context.

Can medicines affect the Free PSA result?

Some medicines, supplements, food, exercise and other pre-test factors can affect particular laboratory results. Tell the healthcare professional about medicines and supplements you take, and do not stop prescribed medicines unless your clinician tells you to.

Is the Free PSA available for home collection?

Yes. Free home sample collection for the Free PSA is available across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon in Mumbai. You can also visit our Malad West lab, open 24x7.

What is the Free PSA test?

Why is the Free PSA test done?

Who may need the Free PSA test?