Prolactin Test In Thane - Price & Details

PharmEasy Labs offers accurate prolactin tests in Thane. It is very easy to book an appointment online, and the benefits of home blood collection can be availed. The tests will be done by a trained and experienced phlebotomist. The blood samples are analyzed using automated and barcoded machines. The reports are verified by expert medical practitioners and then sent to the registered email ID.

The diagnostic tests offered by PharmEasy Labs are affordable, and there are many offers available as well. PharmEasy Labs is India’s premium diagnostic facility, offering over 500 tests in over 2500 area codes. Moreover, the tests are done in a hygienic manner, following all safety protocols.

If the doctor prescribes this test based on some symptoms, you might need to get a prolactin test. The test is typically done to diagnose the following:

• Prolactinoma or a tumour in the pituitary gland
• Causes of infertility or menstrual irregularities in women
• Causes of erectile dysfunction or low sex drive in men

If the doctor suspects the following symptoms of a prolactinoma, the test might be necessary. These symptoms are:

• Headaches
• Blurry vision
• Breast milk production in non-pregnant or breastfeeding women
• Nipple discharge

Depending on the gender, the doctor might prescribe these tests on the basis of some other symptoms.

For men:

• Breast enlargement
• Nipple discharge
• Low sex drive
• Decreased body hair
• Difficulty in maintaining or getting an erection

For women:

• Irregular periods
• Premature menopause
• Breast milk discharge in pregnant or nursing women
• Infertility
• Breast tenderness

No preparation has to be done to get a prolactin test done, as no fasting is required. It can be done anytime.

During the Prolactin Test

The prolactin test can be booked using the PharmEasy website or app, choosing a convenient time slot. The phlebotomist will arrive at the assigned time and collect the blood sample from your house, and you do not have to visit any diagnostic test to do the test. The phlebotomist will use a new sterilized needle, find a vein using the ‘Vein Finder,’ collect the blood in a barcoded vial, and store it in a cooled container till it reaches the lab.