Father of Pakistan's nuclear bomb Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan has prostate cancer, according to an official statement. “In a routine medical examination of Dr Khan conducted in early August 2006, the tests revealed slightly raised level of serum Prostate Specific Anligen (PSA). In order to ensure an accurate diagnosis, a detailed examination was immediately conducted including Ultra Sound Guided biopsy at the KRL Hospital. The results of the tests were analyzed by at least two leading histopathologists. The results have unfortunately indicated Adino Carcinoma (Cancer) of prostate,” an official spokesman said in the statement. Further investigations are being conducted by a board of doctors.Since the state of health of Dr Khan is of public interest, the Government of Pakistan would like to hold out an assurance that the best specialist medical care is being provided to Dr Khan in consultation with his family and personal doctors. The public will be kept informed from time to time whenever necessary.