Determine Prostate PSA |
The prostate is a walnut-sized gland in the male reproductive system, located just below the bladder, which surrounds part of the urethra (the canal that empties the bladder). On an average, the prostate is made up of about 30% muscular tissue, while the remaining 70% are glandular tissues. This small (but vital) gland plays a huge role in the daily life and sexual health of all men. The main function of a man's prostate is not only to store, but also to secrete a somewhat alkaline fluid that forms part of semen (this fluid helps to prolong the "lifespan" of sperm). Also, the prostates' smooth muscle structure, aids in its other primary function - helping to expel semen during ejaculation. |