Ch. 14 Diagnostic Tests & Procedures

Question 1

biopsy (Bx)

Answer 1

tissue sampling used to identify neoplasia

Question 2

biopsy of the prostate

Answer 2

needle biopsy of the prostate; often performed using ultrasound guidance

Question 3

testicular biopsy

Answer 3

biopsy of a testicle

Question 4

digital rectal exam (DRE)

Answer 4

insertion of a finger into the male rectum to palpate the rectum and prostate

Question 5

prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test

Answer 5

blood test used to screen for prostate cancer; an elevated level of the antigen indicates the possible presence of tumor

Question 6

urethrogram

Answer 6

x-ray of the urethra and prostate

Question 7

semen analysis

Answer 7

study of semen, including a sperm count with observation of morphology (form) and motility; usually performed to rule out male infertility

Question 8

endorectal sonogram of the prostate, transrectal sonogram o fthe prostate

Answer 8

scan of the prostate made after introducing an ultrasonic transducer into the rectum; also used to guide needle biopsy