Prolactin LabCorp

Decreased libido: High prolactin levels can suppress sex hormones, potentially causing decreased libido.
Headaches: A pituitary tumor, which can cause high prolactin, may press on surrounding structures, leading to headaches.
Infertility: Elevated prolactin can interfere with ovulation and sperm production, contributing to infertility.
Irregular periods: High prolactin levels can disrupt the normal menstrual cycle, leading to irregular periods.
Vision changes: A pituitary tumor causing high prolactin may press on the optic nerves, potentially causing vision changes.

$39.00

This test detects the amount of Prolactin in the blood, which can identify abnormal prolactin levels.

LabCorp Test #: 004465, CPT: 84146

Disclaimer: Due to state regulations, Defy Medical does not offer on-demand lab testing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts.

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This test measures the level of prolactin, a hormone primarily produced by the pituitary gland. It helps check for conditions like pituitary tumors, thyroid problems, or certain medications that can affect hormone levels. Elevated prolactin can cause infertility, sexual dysfunction in men and women, and other side effects.

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Why To Buy	This Prolactin test measures the level of prolactin hormone in your blood, helping identify potential causes for symptoms like decreased libido, headaches, infertility, irregular periods, and vision changes. Elevated prolactin levels can indicate conditions like pituitary tumors or certain medications, which are often linked to these symptoms. Defy Medical offers this test to help pinpoint the underlying cause of your symptoms, guiding appropriate treatment. Finding the cause(s) of: Decreased libido: High prolactin levels can suppress sex hormones, potentially causing decreased libido. Headaches: A pituitary tumor, which can cause high prolactin, may press on surrounding structures, leading to headaches. Infertility: Elevated prolactin can interfere with ovulation and sperm production, contributing to infertility. Irregular periods: High prolactin levels can disrupt the normal menstrual cycle, leading to irregular periods. Vision changes: A pituitary tumor causing high prolactin may press on the optic nerves, potentially causing vision changes.
Symptoms	Decreased libido, Headaches, Infertility, Irregular periods, Vision changes