PSA
Americanabbreviation
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prostate specific antigen: a protein, produced by the prostate, elevated levels of which may indicate the presence of cancer.
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public service announcement: an audio or video spot or advertisement to educate or promote awareness about health, safety, civics, etc.
abbreviation
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prostatic specific antigen: an enzyme secreted by the prostate gland, increased levels of which are found in the blood of patients with cancer of the prostate
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(in New Zealand) Public Service Association
Example Sentences
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It’s not being pitched as a replacement for common cancer screening methods, like mammograms for breast cancer or PSA blood tests for prostate cancer.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
A pasta PSA: After a yearslong hiatus, Olive Garden is selling 10,000 Never-Ending Pasta Passes on Thursday, entitling buyers to 13 weeks of unlimited pasta, soup, salad, and breadsticks.
From Slate ● Jul. 14, 2026
The trial is assessing whether extra tests alongside PSA, such genetic checks and MRI scans, can improve screening accuracy.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
Trump’s physical includes a PSA score—reported as 1 ng/mL—a number that is higher than his previous scores but still well within a healthy range.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
The same meme makes the rounds every storm: “Tornado season PSA: Bras on, teeth in!”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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