PROLACTIN

Test details

Prolactin hormone is produced by the pituitary glands. This hormone helps to produce breast milk after childbirth. Prolactin Test or PRL Test is done to check female and male reproductive health.

Test required for

Prolactin is a hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. The primary function of prolactin is lactation.

Test ordered for

To measure the amount of prolactin in blood

Test recommended

Helps to check for male and female reproductive health. High value indicate Anorexia nervosa, Liver disease, kidney disease, hypothyroidism, pituitary tumours, hypoglycemia, infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome