Why do we do the Prolactin Test Lab in Mumbai? A prolactin (PRL) test determines the amount of the hormone prolactin in your blood. Your pituitary gland, which is located just below your brain, produces the hormone.
When a woman is pregnant or has recently given birth, her prolactin levels rise to allow her to produce breast milk. Even if you’re not pregnant, and even if you’re a man, you can have high prolactin levels.
When you have the following symptoms, your doctor may order a prolactin test:
For women
- Irregular or no periods
- Infertility
- Breast milk discharge when you’re not pregnant or nursing
- Tenderness in your breast
- Menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness
For men
- Decreased sex drive
- Difficulty in getting an erection
- Breast tenderness or enlargement
- Breast milk production (very rare)
How the Test Is Done
A prolactin test does not necessitate any special preparation. A blood sample will be taken at a lab or a hospital. A Prolactin Test lab in Mumbai worker will insert a needle into a vein in your arm to take out a small amount of blood.
Some people feel just a little sting. Others might feel moderate pain and see slight bruising afterward.
After a few days, you’ll get the results of your prolactin test in the form of a number. Book an appointment at UDC Diagnostics Center.
