Prolactin is a hormone released by the pituitary gland. It helps to measures the amount of Prolactin in the blood
Prolactin (PRL) by Thyrocare is a group test is now available at a discounted price of Rs. 506 which is inclusive of taxes. Fasting is not required Prolactin (PRL) and sample can be collected at your home.
| Test Price | Rs. 506 ( Tax included ) |
| Group Name | Pregnancy & Infertility panel |
| Fasting | Fasting not required |
| Sample Type | Blood |
| Appointment | Online Appointment |
| Booking Procedure | Complete the form online |
| Sample Collection | Expert collect samples at Home |
| Reports | Delivered Online within 24-48 Hrs* |
| Report type | Email & Hardcopy ( On request ) |
Prolactin refers to a specialized hormone produced by the uterus, central nervous system, mammary glands and immune system, but mainly by the pituitary gland during pregnancy or lactation. It is important because it helps in milk production and makes lactation possible in women after the birth of a child.
It can affect the way female ovaries function normally and may even lead to menstrual issues or infertility in women. It has been found to affect men with erectile dysfunction (ED)or low sex drive, collectively called impotence. Hence,
Prolactin levels are tested in the human body to ascertain any abnormality caused by its -
Lower levels like:
And higher levels, like:
Therefore, to diagnose any of the above problems in men and women, it is vital and important to carry out a Prolactin (PRL) Blood test in individuals with the above symptoms.
After the Prolactin (PRL) Blood test is conducted the results are matched with the normal values of prolactin levels in the human body, as shown below:
Moreover, any abnormal result obtained from the Prolactin (PRL) Blood test would mean the following:
Therefore, higher or lower levels of prolactin are dangerous to men and women both. Hence, it is important for one to get the Prolactin (PRL) Blood test done for diagnosis of any of the above diseases and get the right treatment to cure them for happy & tension-free motherhood or manhood.
Get tested for Prolactin (PRL) Profile at fully automated diagnostic laboratory Thyrocare which has Centralized Processing Lab (CPL) for esoteric tests and Regional Processing Labs in major cities of India.
Thyrocare Technologies Limited has huge set up covering over 2 Lakh sq. ft. floor area ensures zero error processing if approx 50 thousand specimens and over 3 lakh Clinical investigations per day is the right choice for your Prolactin (PRL) Profile testing.
