Ultrasound examination is part of the evaluation of the prostate gland and supplements the information gained by blood tests (PSA) and the digital rectal examination (DRE). An ultrasound probe, which is slightly larger than the index finger, is inserted into the rectum to get the clearest picture of the prostate. To assist in obtaining a diagnosis and plan treatment for your condition, your doctor may also inform you that you need a prostate biopsy. If your ultrasound is just to record the size of your prostate, a biopsy will not need to be done.

This procedure is done at your outpatient clinic appointment and takes around 10 minutes.

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