The progesterone test measures progesterone hormone levels, crucial for ovulation, pregnancy, and menstrual health.

Key Points:

1. High Levels

• Ovulation (normal phase)

• Pregnancy

• Hormonal imbalances or ovarian cysts

2. Low Levels

• Lack of ovulation (anovulation)

• Fertility issues

• Risk of miscarriage in pregnancy

Interpret results with medical guidance.

Infertility, Miscarriage risk, High-risk pregnancy, Track ovulation, Ectopic pregnancy.

Normal Range

• Progesterone Levels by Menstrual Cycle Phase:

  • Follicular phase: <1 ng/mL
  • Ovulation peak: 5-20 ng/mL
  • Luteal phase: 5-20 ng/mL
  • Pregnancy (first trimester): >10 ng/mL
  • Postmenopausal women: <1 ng/mL

  Note: Reference ranges may vary depending on the laboratory and the test method. Always consult with a healthcare provider for accurate interpretation based on individual context.

Interpretation of Results

• Low Progesterone:

  • Possible anovulation (lack of ovulation)
  • Luteal phase defect (inability to produce sufficient progesterone)
  • Miscarriage risk (in early pregnancy)
  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Menstrual irregularities or infertility

• High Progesterone:

  • Pregnancy (normal early pregnancy or high in later stages)
  • Progesterone supplementation (from fertility treatments)
  • Certain ovarian tumors or cysts (rare)

• Normal Progesterone:

  • Indicates normal ovulation or luteal phase, with appropriate hormone production after ovulation or during pregnancy.

Sample Type

• Specimen Required:

  • Blood sample (serum)
  • Collected via venipuncture (from the arm).