psa
noun
- Definition
- a protein manufactured exclusively by the prostate gland; PSA is produced for the ejaculate where it liquifies the semen and allows sperm cells to swim freely; elevated levels of PSA in blood serum are associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer
- Example
- The word 'psa' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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