- examination and palpation of the external genitalia;
- palpation of the prostate;
- transrectal ultrasound (TRUS — transrectal ultrasound examination of the prostate);
- measurement of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and
testosterone levels (from the age of 40); - if indicated: fusion biopsy of the prostate (transrectal and transperineal);
- if indicated: MRI-guided biopsy of the prostate.