Why Has PSA Testing for Prostate Cancer Been the Subject

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why has PSA testing for prostate cancer been the subject of controversy among experts?

• A)because of its tendency to yield misleading results
• B)because it causes painful side effects
• C)because it is so expensive
• D)because it is only available in certain parts of the country

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