Answered by SecondMedic Expert
Urologist · Urology
Yes, a PSA level can be 21.19, and this can mean different things for different people. Generally speaking, a PSA level between 4 and 10 ng/mL is considered normal for the average person. However, it's important to note that some people may naturally have higher or lower levels of PSA in their blood so the range of what is considered "normal" can vary from person to person.
Additionally, there are many factors which could impact an individual's PSA level such as age (older men tend to have higher levels) level of activity (more active men tend to have lower levels), family history (men with a family history of prostate cancer may also have higher levels), certain medications (such as 5-alpha reductase inhibitors used to treat BPH or any other medications that affect testosterone production) and recent medical procedures such as biopsies or surgery on the prostate.
If your results show an elevated PSA level above 10 ng/mL then you should follow up with your doctor regarding further testing and evaluation. Your doctor will be able to review all factors related to your specific case including age, lifestyle habits etc., before determining if additional tests should be performed in order to diagnose potential issues related specifically to your elevated PSA reading or whether this number might just naturally occur due to biological variance amongst individuals – meaning no action would need taken at all currently.
