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Prolactin level test

2020-06-10 10:43:48
I have intial pcos... why doctor asked me for prolactin level test? What does this mean.. is it necessary to take this test?
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Better to test as hyperprolactinemia can also cause anovulation or oligo ovulation and hence polycystic ovaries.

Answered2020-06-12 02:57:37

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Prolactin is just a basic hormonal to test to rule out other causes of irregular cycles. Pcos indeed is very common but certain hormonal problems like thyroid abnormalities , increased prolactin need to be ruled out first.

Answered2020-06-10 11:54:24

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Yes sometimes pCOD is associated with hyper prolactinemia in 30 % of cases
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Please check the serum sample early morning Avoid nipples stimulation and intercourses 24 hrs before this test

Answered2020-06-10 11:47:11

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