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Prolactin

Assessing Hormonal Levels for Comprehensive Endocrine and Reproductive Health Insight

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Sample Type

blood

Fasting Required

Description

Prolactin causes the breasts to grow and make milk during pregnancy and after birth. Prolactin levels are normally high for pregnant women and new mothers. Levels are normally low for nonpregnant women and for men. If prolactin levels are higher than normal, it often means there is a type of tumor of the pituitary gland, known as a prolactinoma.

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Overview

The Prolactin Test is a serological test that detects the prolactin levels in your blood. Prolactin is a hormone that is produced by the pituitary gland. It normally increases when a woman is pregnant or has delivered a baby. The Prolactin Test is a test that measures the prolactin levels in the blood. Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that is present at the base of the brain. The normal female body requires prolactin during pregnancy and after delivery. In addition, prolactin supports the growth of breasts and promotes milk production in women. The Prolactin Test is prescribed to measure the prolactin levels in the blood.

Risk assessment

Prolactinoma, Menstrual Irregularities, Infertility, Erectile Dysfunction, Amenorrhoea

Ranges

Prolactin levels are normally high for pregnant women and recently delivered women. Normal Range Men Less than 20 ng/ml Non-pregnant women Less than 23 ng/ml Pregnant women 80 - 400 ng/ml

Test result interpretation

High Prolactin Levels Causes of high prolactin levels include: Prolactinomas (tumours that produce and release prolactin) Hypothalamic diseases Hypothyroidism Kidney disease Liver disease Anorexia Nervosa (eating disorder) Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Pituitary tumours Chest wall injury or irritation No periods (amenorrhoea) Prolactin levels also increase due to the use of certain medications like: Antidepressants H2 blockers Methyldopa Metoclopramide Estrogens Butyrophenones Opiate medicines Reserpine Phenothiazines Risperidone Verapamil Prolactin levels also increase temporarily due to the following: Marijuana use Emotional stress Physical stress High-protein meals Intense breast stimulation Recent breast examination Heavy exercises done recently Low Prolactin Levels If your Prolactin Test results are low, then it means your pituitary gland is not working properly. This condition is known as hypopituitarism and usually does not require any treatment. Certain medicines cause low prolactin levels like: Dopamine (prescribed for people in shock) Levodopa (prescribed for Parkinson’s disease) Ergot alkaloid derivatives (prescribed for severe headaches)

Sample types

The Prolactin Test is done by taking a sample of your blood. You can combine this test with your other routine tests or get it done as a single blood test. Test Preparation The Prolactin Test requires you to give a blood sample for testing. Certain medicines like birth control pills, antidepressants, and antihypertensives can increase prolactin levels. If you are on these medications, inform your doctor before taking the test. A. Before the test Prolactin levels keep fluctuating throughout the day. It is advised to take the Prolactin Test early in the morning, after 3-4 hours of waking up. B. During the test It is a simple blood test that will get over in 5-10 minutes. You do not need to prepare for the test in any way. C. After the test There are no restrictions. You can resume your routine after taking the test. Test inclusions: What parameters are included? The Prolactin Test report detects prolactin levels in the blood.