What is prostate cancer screening?

Prostate cancer screening is testing that looks for prostate cancer in someone who doesn't have any symptoms. The goal is to find prostate cancer when it's small and most likely to be cured.

Prostate cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the prostate. The prostate is a small gland that helps make semen. It's found just below the bladder. The prostate is part of the male reproductive system.