Precision Prostate Cancer Diagnostic Testing

Our Approach to Precision Prostate Cancer Diagnostics

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men. We understand a suspicion or diagnosis of prostate cancer will result in anxiety and uncertainty for both patients and their families. New research advances have rapidly transformed diagnostic non-invasive tools available to Canadians for prostate cancer. Our specialists aim to provide you with up-to-date precision diagnostics to help enable “smarter” testing and the clarity needed to take life-changing action.

What We Offer You With Precision Prostate Cancer Diagnostics?

Advanced precision testing

Cancer biomarker testing, Genomic testing, Rapid Access Transperineal Prostate Biopsy Program (systematic and MRI fusion)

On-site phlebotomy

Advanced prostate cancer program with on-site phlebotomy, injection nursing, genetic counselors (in partnership with Lifelabs and Invitae)

Multi-disciplinary treatment

Prostate cancer multi-disciplinary treatment program including surgery, radiation, and medical oncology specialists

What Is Prostate Cancer Precision Diagnostics?

Prostate Cancer Precision Diagnostics Overview

1 in 8 men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime

Diagnostic testing is rapidly advancing, with non-invasive tools that provide valuable actionable insights that will inform your prostate cancer journey and treatment.

13% of patients with prostate cancer have an inherited genetic change that increases their risk of developing certain cancers.

With more critical information provided, we want to help you feel confident about your next step, whether to understand your cancer risk, to confirm a diagnosis of prostate cancer, or plan for your best personalized treatment plan。

Conditions Treated Prostate Cancer

Learn more about prostate cancer Here.

Precision Prostate Cancer Diagnostic Tests Offered:

Biomarker Testing

A biomarker is a biological molecule found in our bodies that can tell us if something is normal or not. Biomarkers have become part of the molecular tests we use to determine your risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and if you are at high risk you may benefit from a prostate biopsy and further testing to allow for early detection and treatment.

Prostate biomarker testing may be ordered if you have:

Elevated PSA level
Abnormal physical exam findings
A family history of prostate cancer
Other factors that may put you at elevated risk such as age or ethnic background

SelectMDx is a urine-based test which helps determine your risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and whether a biopsy and/or treatment may be necessary.

This is a private pay test. Please check your insurance plan for coverage.

Learn more about Select MDx Here.

Genetic Testing

DNA is the unique code that holds the instructions for your body’s functions. Based on your personal and family history of cancer, you may benefit from genetic testing that studies your DNA using a saliva or blood sample. Testing looks for gene changes (variants) that are linked to certain diseases or cancer types.

Genetic testing may confirm a clinical diagnosis and guide treatment and management decisions. At-risk relatives may also be identified, allowing pursuit of a diagnostic evaluation, early detection and improved clinical outcome.

Learn more about Invitae Genetic Testing for Prostate Cancer Here.

Transperineal Prostate Biopsy

Transperineal prostate biopsy is performed in men with a suspicion of prostate cancer. This suspicion may be due to an elevated prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test, elevated risk result on prostate cancer biomarker testing, abnormal examination, or recommendation as per prostate imaging findings.

Advantages of the transperineal biopsy approach include decreased infection rates, higher sampling accuracy, and ability to target lesions with MRI fusion when indicated.

Learn more about Transperineal Prostate Biopsy Here.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

What is DNA?

What are the benefits of genetic testing?

There are numerous advantages of finding out if one has a genetic mutation linked to prostate cancer to include:

Making informed health choices, including options to prevent cancer
Detecting cancer at an earlier and more treatable stage
Assessing your risk of future cancers
May prompt genetic testing of other family members and if they test positive, they may wish to undergo prostate cancer screening starting at an earlier age than men with no family history.

What is PSA and how is it connected to prostate cancer?

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced within the prostate gland. PSA is mostly found in semen, but small amounts can also be found in the blood of healthy men. PSA levels naturally increase as men age because the prostate naturally enlarges over time. There are many reasons why PSA levels fluctuate, and higher levels may indicate the presence of prostate cancer or other prostate conditions (i.e. enlargement and inflammation).

Our Centre

We offer a central location north of Toronto, conveniently located near Hwy 7 and Hwy 404 in Richmond Hill, Ontario.

Treatments and consultations are performed on an outpatient basis in a new private, modern clinic setting with easy-to-access free underground/ surface parking with direct access by VIVA public transit or car. We are adjacent to hotel facilities (Sheraton Parkway Toronto, Courtyard and Residence Inn by Marriott, and Hilton Garden Inn) for our out-of-town patients and their families.

Our center is also fully accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Precision Prostate Cancer Diagnostic Testing