--- title: PSA Total Test type: biomarker url: "https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/psa-total" also_known_as: - psa - psa total - prostate specific antigen - prostate-specific antigen category: Heart Health units: - ng/mL order_price_usd: 28.99 order_item: PSA, Total order_url: "https://www.test-well.com/tests/psa-total" reviewed_at: 2026-09-05 --- # PSA Total > PSA Total is measured with a standard blood draw; no fasting is needed. A typical reference range is 0.000 – 2.50 ng/mL (male, age 18–49; more bands below). At TestWell it's $28.99 all-in as PSA, Total, results in 1–3 business days, drawn at Quest or Labcorp. An out-of-range result is a prompt to look closer, not a diagnosis. Also known as: psa, psa total, prostate specific antigen, prostate-specific antigen. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Units | ng/mL | | Sample | Blood draw | | Fasting | Not required | | Results | 1–3 business days | | Price | $28.99 | | Labs | Quest or Labcorp · BioReference in NY/NJ | ## What does PSA Total measure? A protein made by the prostate. Screens for prostate inflammation, enlargement, or cancer. ## What is the normal range for PSA Total? | Population | Reference range | | --- | --- | | Male, age 18–49 | 0.000 – 2.50 ng/mL | | Male, age 50–59 | 0.000 – 3.50 ng/mL | | Male, age 60–69 | 0.000 – 4.50 ng/mL | | Male, age 70+ | 0.000 – 6.50 ng/mL | Reference intervals differ slightly between labs; the range printed on your report is the one to interpret against. Ranges are usually set so 95% of healthy people fall inside them. ## What does a high PSA Total mean? Above 4.0 ng/mL traditionally warrants follow-up; thresholds vary with age. Many causes besides cancer (BPH, prostatitis). ## How do you get tested for PSA Total? | Order | Type | Price | Includes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [PSA, Total](https://www.test-well.com/tests/psa-total) | Single test | $28.99 | This marker | | [Men's Health Panel](https://www.test-well.com/tests/mens-health-panel) | Panel | $139.99 | 8 tests | | [TRT Quarterly Panel](https://www.test-well.com/tests/trt-quarterly-panel) | Panel | $179.00 | 11 tests | | [TRT Starting Panel](https://www.test-well.com/tests/trt-starting-panel) | Panel | $229.99 | 14 tests | | [Men's Cancer Screening Panel](https://www.test-well.com/tests/mens-cancer-screening-panel) | Panel | $299.99 | 12 tests | ## Quest vs Labcorp vs BioReference | Lab | Available | Price | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Quest Diagnostics | Yes | $28.99 | Choose Quest at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | Labcorp | Yes | $39.99 | Choose Labcorp at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | BioReference (NY & NJ) | Yes | $29.99 | New York and New Jersey orders route here automatically — state rules keep Quest and Labcorp from accepting self-ordered draws. | - [What a high PSA Total means (causes, symptoms, next steps)](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/psa-total/high) ## Common questions about PSA Total ### Do I need a doctor's order to test my psa total? No. TestWell's licensed physician network reviews and approves your order — usually within minutes. You can place an order online without an in-person visit or a referral from your own doctor. ### How long does it take to get PSA Total results? Most PSA Total results are available in 1–3 business days after your specimen arrives at the lab. You'll get an email the moment your results are ready, with everything viewable in your TestWell portal. ### How much does a PSA Total test cost? Our PSA, Total starts at $28.99. That's the all-in price — no copays, no insurance hoops, no surprise bills. HSA and FSA cards are accepted. ### Do I need to fast before my PSA Total test? Fasting is not required for the PSA Total test. You can have your blood drawn any time of day. ### Which lab will process my PSA Total test? Your test will be processed by Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp, or BioReference depending on which is closest to you and which lab carries the test. All three are CLIA-certified and trusted by hospitals nationwide. You'll choose your lab during checkout from 4,000+ locations. ## Sources - [American Urological Association](https://www.auanet.org/guidelines-and-quality/guidelines/early-detection-of-prostate-cancer-guidelines) - [MedlinePlus (NIH) — Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test](https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/prostate-specific-antigen-psa-test/) ## Related biomarkers - [Apolipoprotein B](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/apolipoprotein-b) - [Lipoprotein(a)](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/lipoprotein-a) - [NT-proBNP](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/nt-probnp) - [Homocysteine](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/homocysteine) - [LDL Particle Number](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/ldl-particle-number) - [Small LDL Particle](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/small-ldl-particle) - [Reference range lookup tool](https://www.test-well.com/tools/reference-range-lookup) - [Lab unit converter](https://www.test-well.com/tools/lab-unit-converter) - [All biomarkers](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers) --- Medically reviewed by Youmna DiStefano, MD (Medical Reviewer, TestWell); last reviewed 2026-09-05. Review policy: https://www.test-well.com/reviewers/youmna-distefano-md Canonical page: https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/psa-total Machine-readable catalog: https://www.test-well.com/api/catalog.json · MCP server: https://www.test-well.com/mcp · Overview for agents: https://www.test-well.com/llms.txt Prices are cash-pay, in USD, and include physician authorization; every order adds one flat $6 lab processing fee. Educational content is not a diagnosis — discuss results with a clinician.