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PROLACTIN, SERUM Test in Chennai

  • Special Instruction

    Sample to be collected 4 hours after the patient has awakened. Overnight fasting is preferred.

  • Parameters covered

    1
  • Report Frequency

    Daily

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₹600.00

Price applicable for Home Collection orders only.

Overview

Prolactin is a hormone produced by the Pituitary gland in the brain. Prolactin test in females helps to investigate unexplained flow of breast milk, abnormal nipple discharge, absence of menstrual periods and infertility. In men this test helps to diagnose the cause of decreased libido and erectile dysfunction. It is also used to detect and monitor a pituitary tumor that produces prolactin (prolactinoma).

Parameters

  • 1. Prolactin

Prolactin Test in Chennai

This test measures prolactin levels in the blood to monitor and identify prolactinoma symptoms. Often referred to as the Prolactin Level Test or Serum PRL Test, it aids in determining the root cause of illnesses associated with prolactin hormone levels.

Who All are Eligible for Prolactin Test?

  • Women who have menopause-like symptoms but irregular or nonexistent periods (amenorrhea).

  • Women who are infertile and who independently generate milk when not nursing.

  • Men who experience erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and infertility on occasion.

  • Those whose high prolactin levels cause them to exhibit symptoms.

  • Patients with low testosterone may have problems with prolactin.

Why Take Prolactin Test in Chennai?

  • It is in favor of the investigation and diagnosis of male and female infertility.

  • Finds and aids in the treatment of pituitary tumors, galactorrhea, and associated conditions.

  • Assesses and manages testicular problems or erectile dysfunction.

What are the Benefits of Prolactin Test?

  • Investigates the etiology of prolactinoma (pituitary tumor) and galactorrhea (abnormal milk flow) and tracks the course of treatment.

  • Excludes diseases of the pituitary and hypothalamus glands.

  • Women's fertility is restored.

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