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Pre- and postejaculation serum acid phosphatase

R M Khan, W J Cromie, M Edson

    Urology
    |July 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Elevated serum acid phosphatase (SAP) levels after prostate needle biopsy return to normal within 24 hours. Ejaculation does not significantly change SAP levels, suggesting elevations may indicate serious urologic disease.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Clinical Chemistry

    Background:

    • Serum acid phosphatase (SAP) is an enzyme found in the prostate.
    • Elevated SAP levels can be indicative of prostate disease.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the frequency of elevated serum acid phosphatase (SAP) levels post-ejaculation and prostate needle biopsy.
    • To determine the clinical significance of SAP level changes.

    Main Methods:

    • A clinical investigation was performed.
    • Serum acid phosphatase (SAP) levels were analyzed after ejaculation and prostate needle biopsy.

    Main Results:

    • Prostate needle biopsy caused acute, marked elevations in SAP levels, normalizing within 24 hours.
    • Ejaculation did not significantly alter SAP levels.

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  • Prostatic massage, catheterization, and endoscopic examination do not typically cause abnormal SAP levels.

    • Conclusions:

    • Acute SAP elevations following prostate needle biopsy are transient.
    • Unexplained elevations in SAP warrant further investigation for serious urologic conditions.