One usual method would be to do a PSA test. Alternatively, he could have a new urine test that looks for genetic signals of cancer. Doctors could examine Mr. Biden’s prostate with an MRI, or ultrasound. “Ultimately, if they think this nodule is prostate cancer, the final step would be a biopsy,” Dr. Moul said.

A small nodule was found former President Joe Biden’s prostate during a in Biden’s prostate after a routine physical exam, according to ABC News. The discovery of the nodule “necessitated further evaluation,” a spokesperson for Biden told ABC News.

Former President Joe Biden was hospitalized overnight last Friday in Philadelphia for “further evaluation” of a small nodule found on his prostate during a physical exam. Biden’s spokesman told The New York Times he would not be providing any additional information about the former president‘s care.