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Prolactin Test Price in panki, Kanpur

A prolactin (PRL) test determines the levels of prolactin in the bloodstream. A prolactin test is usually prescribed to diagnose prolactinoma, a tumour in the pituitary gland, which is the cause of women’s infertility, and the cause of low sex drive in men. One can go for the prolactin test in Panki, Kanpur or any other city at the nearest and reliable diagnostic lab.

Overview of the Prolactin Test 

A prolactin test in Panki, Kanpur or any other city is used to measure the prolactin levels of an individual. The pituitary gland, a small gland near the base of the brain, produces prolactin. During pregnancy and after birth, prolactin increases breast development and milk production. Prolactin levels are often increased in pregnant women and new mothers. Non-pregnant women and males often have low levels. When prolactin levels are higher than normal, it generally indicates the presence of a prolactinoma, a kind of pituitary gland tumour. Excess prolactin can cause women who are not pregnant or breastfeeding and men to produce breast milk. Too much prolactin in women can potentially cause menstrual issues and infertility. It can cause lower sex drive and erectile dysfunction in men. 

When is the Prolactin Test Prescribed?

An individual's doctor may recommend a prolactin test in Panki, Kanpur or any other city if the doctor suspects high levels of prolactin in one’s blood. The symptoms can also foretell the doctor about the prolactin-related problem. However, symptoms vary depending on women and men. 

For Women

If you are a woman, the symptoms will also be affected by whether or not she has gone through menopause. Menopause is the phase in a woman's life when her menstrual cycles stop and she is no longer able to become pregnant. It normally begins around the age of 50 for a woman. However, if a woman has not gone through menopause, excess prolactin can show these symptoms:

  • Breast tenderness
  • Irregular menstrual cycles
  • Premature menopause (a condition where periods stops before the age of 40)
  • Infertility
  • Unusual & stubborn acne

For Men

The excess of prolactin in males results in these symptoms:

  • Low sex drive
  • Breast enlargement
  • Nipple discharge
  • Decreased body hair

Time Required for Prolactin Test Reports + Next Steps

The prolactin test reports in Panki, Kanpur and other cities are usually generated within 24 hours of the collected sample. An individual can easily download his/her reports via Max Lab's official website. The reports can reveal normal levels or high levels of prolactin in one’s blood. High levels of prolactin can indicate different conditions so it’s best to take this report to the doctor so that he/she can properly diagnose the condition and prescribe further treatments.

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Blood

Test Includes:

Prolactin

Test Price:

₹ 500

Prolactin Test Price

₹ 500

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