Why do I need a prostate biopsy?
A biopsy is undertaken to check for prostate cancer if your MRI results identify potentially cancerous areas that require sampling.
For more information about prostate biopsies visit Prostate Cancer UK.
Related FAQ(s)
- How will the NHS and primary care benefit from the MRI Prostate Health Check service?
- Why doesn’t Private Medical Insurance cover an MRI Prostate Health Check?
- I am a GP, can I refer my patient for an MRI scan with a raised PSA level?
- What is the most accurate test for prostate cancer?
- Can I be referred back into the NHS for treatment?
- Is MRI or ultrasound better for prostate cancer?
- How accurate is an MRI to detect prostate cancer?
- When should I see my GP?
- Can I self-refer for a prostate MRI scan?
- What happens if my results show a risk of cancer?
