FSH LH Prolactin Serum Test in Andheri
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FSH-LH-Prolactin Serum test is a blood test to measure hormonal levels of FSH (Follicle stimulating hormone), LH (Luteinizing hormone) and Prolactin in blood. All these three hormones are produced by the pituitary gland and are responsible for reproduction and sexual functions in males and females.
FSH and LH are present both in men and women. In women it controls the menstrual cycle and stimulates the production of eggs(ovulation). In men it stimulates the production of sperm. It is present in low levels in children until puberty, post which the FSH levels increase to stimulate the production of oestrogen and testosterone.
Prolactin acts primarily on the mammary glands and its principal action involve - proliferation of mammary glands ; initiation of milk secretion . The levels of this hormone rises in pregnancy and during lactation.
Overview
The FSH-LH-Prolactin Serum test is used to measure the amounts of certain hormones in the blood. FSH stands for Follicle Stimulating Hormone, and LH for Luteinising Hormone. FSH in women is especially active during the first two weeks of the period cycle as it makes the ovaries produce increased amounts of estrogen and some progesterone. FSH maintains normal sperm production in men. LH has similar roles in the fertility function in both men and women. Prolactin helps in milk production in women after childbirth. A trace amount of prolactin is also present in men.
All of these hormones are secreted by the pituitary gland in the brain. The hormones FSH and LH are present in both men and women. In women, it helps maintain the menstrual cycle and plays a role in ovulation. In men, FSH helps in maintaining normal sperm production. These hormones are present in low levels in children till they hit puberty.
Prolactin is present in women and it stimulates milk production from the mammary glands. Prolactin levels increase especially during pregnancy and lactation.
Why is the FSH-LH-Prolactin serum test done?
- This test is done to check for fertility issues in both men and women.
- In women, it is done at various ages. If facing menstrual irregularities, this test is done to diagnose the reasons behind it.
- In women of reproductive age, this test is done to diagnose issues in conceiving.
- In males, it is mainly done to examine infertility, reduced sperm count, testicular issues or thyroid disorders.
- In children, these tests are done to diagnose early or delayed puberty.
If you have the following issues, your doctor will suggest this test:
- Difficulty conceiving
- Infertility in men and women
- Low sperm count
- Irregular periods / Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome(PCOS) / Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD)
- Sudden weight gain
- Early puberty
- Late puberty
- Reduced lactation after delivery
Written by: Dr.Shibani R, Medical Writer, Medical Affairs
FSH LH Prolactin Serum Test Price in Andheri
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Frequently Asked Questions
The FSH blood test is often used to evaluate:
- Menopause
- Early or delayed puberty
- Ovarian cysts/Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Abnormal vaginal/menstrual bleeding
- Infertility (in both men and women)
- Men with underdeveloped testicles, or no testicles
- Conditions that affect the hypothalamus
- Conditions that affect the pituitary gland
Your doctor may recommend this test for you if you are facing the following symptoms:
- For a woman, difficulty in getting pregnant
- Irregular or absent period
- Attaining puberty too soon or too late
- Attained menopause
- For a man, low testosterone levels
- Pituitary disorder
- Attaining puberty too soon or too late
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing (LH) test measure levels of FSH and LH hormones in the blood. Follicle stimulating hormone is released by the pituitary gland that helps control the menstrual cycle, the production of eggs in women, and production of sperm in men. Luteinizing is a hormone secreted by anterior pituitary gland; it helps regulate the menstrual cycle in women, and production of testosterone in men.
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