Location
gurugram
Search

Prolactin

discountup to 50% off
arrow
Tests
arrow
Prolactin
discountup to 50% off

Prolactin, in Bangalore

Measures blood prolactin to check milk production, reproductive issues, pituitary function, and medication effects.

homeHome Sample collection
centreCentre Visit
SAMPLE TYPE
Blood
FASTING REQUIRED
No
GENDER
Male/Female
GET REPORTS IN
33 hours
TEST INCLUDED
1
customers
20K+Customers
certified
CertifiedLabs
rating
4.5+Rating
proven
ProvenAccuracy

What is a Prolactin Test in Bangalore ?

The prolactin test measures the level of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. Prolactin helps start and maintain milk production after childbirth. It also influences reproductive hormones and sexual function. The test helps detect pituitary tumors that secrete prolactin, unexplained milk production, menstrual problems, and infertility. Doctors use it when patients have menstrual changes, low libido, or unexplained breast discharge. It also monitors response to treatment for high prolactin and checks effects of medications that raise levels. Blood is usually drawn in the morning, and doctors may repeat the test to confirm abnormal results.

Prolactin Test Preparation in Bangalore

Avoid strenuous exercise and sexual activity for 24 hours; blood sample taken in the morning.

Prolactin Test Parameters in Bangalore

The Prolactin test evaluates various parameters related to the different components. Here are the main parameters that are checked in the test:

  • Single test

Why Take a Prolactin Test in Bangalore ?

Prolactin is often ordered as part of an endocrine or pituitary hormone panel. Doctors request it for symptoms like unexplained breast milk discharge, irregular periods, infertility, low libido, headaches, or vision changes. It helps diagnose prolactin-secreting pituitary tumors and monitors treatment. Abnormal results can come from pregnancy, breastfeeding, thyroid problems, kidney disease, stress, or certain medications. A family history of pituitary tumors may make testing more important.

How to Book a Test ?

Search & Add Test

Search by test names and add it to your cart

step-image
arrow-right

Select a Lab

Choose your preferred labs from top trusted partners

step-image
arrow-right

Select Date & Slot

Select a convenient date and time for your test

step-image
arrow-right

Pay & Book

Make payment and get confirmation within 2 hours

step-image

Frequently asked questions

For any unanswered questions, reach out to our support team via email. We will assist you as soon as possible

What happens if prolactin is high in Bangalore?plus

High prolactin can disrupt sex hormones and fertility. Women may get irregular periods or stop menstruating, infertility, and milky nipple discharge; men can have low libido, erectile dysfunction, and infertility. Chronic high prolactin causes low estrogen/testosterone, increasing osteoporosis risk. Large pituitary tumors may cause headaches and visual field loss. Treatment depends on the cause and can reverse many effects.

What is prolactin in females in Bangalore?plus

Prolactin is a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary that stimulates breast development and milk production (lactation). Levels rise during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It also affects reproductive function by modulating gonadotropin-releasing hormone, so elevated prolactin can cause menstrual irregularities, reduced fertility, and galactorrhea. Abnormal levels warrant medical evaluation to determine cause and treatment.

Is prolactin high in PCOS in Bangalore?plus

Prolactin is not typically elevated in polycystic ovary syndrome; most people with PCOS have normal prolactin levels. Mild hyperprolactinemia can coexist in a subset, so an elevated prolactin warrants evaluation for other causes (prolactinoma, hypothyroidism, medications). Clinicians recommend testing when symptoms suggest hyperprolactinemia (galactorrhea, amenorrhea, infertility); treatment targets the underlying cause.

What is a normal prolactin level in Bangalore?plus

Normal prolactin levels in adults are roughly: non‑pregnant women about 4–23 ng/mL and men about 3–15 ng/mL. During pregnancy prolactin rises substantially, commonly into the 30–400+ ng/mL range. Results may be reported as ng/mL or mIU/L (1 ng/mL ≈ 21.2 mIU/L). Lab-specific reference ranges vary, so review results with your clinician.

How to reduce prolactin in females in Bangalore?plus

Reduce prolactin by treating underlying causes: normalize thyroid function, review and stop prolactin‑raising drugs, and address pituitary adenomas with dopamine agonists (cabergoline, bromocriptine) or surgery if needed. Also reduce stress, improve sleep, avoid nipple stimulation, and lose excess weight. Medication review should target antipsychotics, metoclopramide and opioids as possible contributors.

Does prolactin cause weight gain in Bangalore?plus

Elevated prolactin (hyperprolactinemia) is associated with weight gain in some people. High prolactin can increase appetite and alter metabolism, and lowered sex hormones from prolactin excess may reduce muscle and increase fat. Certain medications that raise prolactin also cause weight gain. Treating the underlying cause often helps, but not everyone with high prolactin gains weight.

Visit Health Experience

End-to-end care delivered at the right time through our nationwide network

5,000+

Hospitals/Clinics

Tick India's most trusted health centres
Tick Optional 'You Book, Visit Pays' feature
Tick Cashless coverage from metro to rural
Visit Health Logo
Hospitals/Clinics

65,000+

Doctors & Specialists

Tick Priority access & same-day care
Tick Cashless in 1250+ cities
Tick Custom doctor onboarding
Doctors & Specialists
Doctors & Specialists

7,800+

Diagnostics Partners

Tick NABL-accredited labs
Tick Hassle-free sample collection
Tick Seamless report & prescription tracking
Diagnostics Partners
Diagnostics Partners

19,000+

Pharmacy Delivery Pincodes

Tick Home delivery & store pickup options
Tick End-to-end order tracking
Tick Auto-refills for regular medications
Pharmacy Delivery Pincodes
Pharmacy Delivery Pincodes

Your Care, Our Commitment!

More than 12,000 people trust us with their health

starstarstarstarstar

My fertility specialist ordered a panel that included Prolactin. GetVisit managed the entire panel in one home visit. Timing instructions communicated clearly, technician on schedule, comprehensive report the same day.

Manju Jain

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Post-delivery, my doctor monitored my hormonal recovery with Prolactin. Having a newborn at home, a lab visit was impossible. GetVisit's home collection was the only way I kept up with this monitoring.

Nalini Iyengar

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Monitoring Prolactin post-thyroid surgery has been part of my care for two years. GetVisit is what I rely on, punctual technicians, accurate reports, and my endocrinologist has never had a concern about the quality.

Manish Pillai

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

We've been trying to conceive for over a year and my fertility specialist ordered Prolactin. Used GetVisit, collection timed as instructed, report the same day, specialist found the values precisely what he needed.

Pratap Bansal

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit in Hebbal, Bengaluru handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Sanjay Patel

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm a fitness professional and periodically track Prolactin as part of overall health monitoring. GetVisit, early morning home collection, report before my first client, values my sports physician finds useful.

Balaji Chatterjee

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Annual hormonal screen in my late forties, included Prolactin as part of a proactive check. GetVisit in Whitefield, Bengaluru, home collection, same-day report, all clear. My doctor confirmed this was a good baseline to have on file.

Tara Shah

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm going through perimenopause and my doctor monitors my hormonal status with Prolactin periodically. GetVisit has been excellent, professional, consistent, reports arrive before my appointments.

Ritika Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Ojas Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor noted changes during my annual checkup and included Prolactin in the follow-up. Used GetVisit, home collection, report that afternoon. Values gave my doctor a clearer picture and we adjusted the management plan.

Lakshmi Menon

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My fertility specialist ordered a panel that included Prolactin. GetVisit managed the entire panel in one home visit. Timing instructions communicated clearly, technician on schedule, comprehensive report the same day.

Manju Jain

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Post-delivery, my doctor monitored my hormonal recovery with Prolactin. Having a newborn at home, a lab visit was impossible. GetVisit's home collection was the only way I kept up with this monitoring.

Nalini Iyengar

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Monitoring Prolactin post-thyroid surgery has been part of my care for two years. GetVisit is what I rely on, punctual technicians, accurate reports, and my endocrinologist has never had a concern about the quality.

Manish Pillai

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

We've been trying to conceive for over a year and my fertility specialist ordered Prolactin. Used GetVisit, collection timed as instructed, report the same day, specialist found the values precisely what he needed.

Pratap Bansal

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit in Hebbal, Bengaluru handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Sanjay Patel

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm a fitness professional and periodically track Prolactin as part of overall health monitoring. GetVisit, early morning home collection, report before my first client, values my sports physician finds useful.

Balaji Chatterjee

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Annual hormonal screen in my late forties, included Prolactin as part of a proactive check. GetVisit in Whitefield, Bengaluru, home collection, same-day report, all clear. My doctor confirmed this was a good baseline to have on file.

Tara Shah

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm going through perimenopause and my doctor monitors my hormonal status with Prolactin periodically. GetVisit has been excellent, professional, consistent, reports arrive before my appointments.

Ritika Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Ojas Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor noted changes during my annual checkup and included Prolactin in the follow-up. Used GetVisit, home collection, report that afternoon. Values gave my doctor a clearer picture and we adjusted the management plan.

Lakshmi Menon

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My fertility specialist ordered a panel that included Prolactin. GetVisit managed the entire panel in one home visit. Timing instructions communicated clearly, technician on schedule, comprehensive report the same day.

Manju Jain

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Post-delivery, my doctor monitored my hormonal recovery with Prolactin. Having a newborn at home, a lab visit was impossible. GetVisit's home collection was the only way I kept up with this monitoring.

Nalini Iyengar

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Monitoring Prolactin post-thyroid surgery has been part of my care for two years. GetVisit is what I rely on, punctual technicians, accurate reports, and my endocrinologist has never had a concern about the quality.

Manish Pillai

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

We've been trying to conceive for over a year and my fertility specialist ordered Prolactin. Used GetVisit, collection timed as instructed, report the same day, specialist found the values precisely what he needed.

Pratap Bansal

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit in Hebbal, Bengaluru handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Sanjay Patel

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm a fitness professional and periodically track Prolactin as part of overall health monitoring. GetVisit, early morning home collection, report before my first client, values my sports physician finds useful.

Balaji Chatterjee

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Annual hormonal screen in my late forties, included Prolactin as part of a proactive check. GetVisit in Whitefield, Bengaluru, home collection, same-day report, all clear. My doctor confirmed this was a good baseline to have on file.

Tara Shah

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm going through perimenopause and my doctor monitors my hormonal status with Prolactin periodically. GetVisit has been excellent, professional, consistent, reports arrive before my appointments.

Ritika Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Ojas Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor noted changes during my annual checkup and included Prolactin in the follow-up. Used GetVisit, home collection, report that afternoon. Values gave my doctor a clearer picture and we adjusted the management plan.

Lakshmi Menon

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My fertility specialist ordered a panel that included Prolactin. GetVisit managed the entire panel in one home visit. Timing instructions communicated clearly, technician on schedule, comprehensive report the same day.

Manju Jain

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Post-delivery, my doctor monitored my hormonal recovery with Prolactin. Having a newborn at home, a lab visit was impossible. GetVisit's home collection was the only way I kept up with this monitoring.

Nalini Iyengar

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Monitoring Prolactin post-thyroid surgery has been part of my care for two years. GetVisit is what I rely on, punctual technicians, accurate reports, and my endocrinologist has never had a concern about the quality.

Manish Pillai

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

We've been trying to conceive for over a year and my fertility specialist ordered Prolactin. Used GetVisit, collection timed as instructed, report the same day, specialist found the values precisely what he needed.

Pratap Bansal

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit in Hebbal, Bengaluru handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Sanjay Patel

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm a fitness professional and periodically track Prolactin as part of overall health monitoring. GetVisit, early morning home collection, report before my first client, values my sports physician finds useful.

Balaji Chatterjee

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

Annual hormonal screen in my late forties, included Prolactin as part of a proactive check. GetVisit in Whitefield, Bengaluru, home collection, same-day report, all clear. My doctor confirmed this was a good baseline to have on file.

Tara Shah

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I'm going through perimenopause and my doctor monitors my hormonal status with Prolactin periodically. GetVisit has been excellent, professional, consistent, reports arrive before my appointments.

Ritika Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

I've been on hormone therapy for two years and Prolactin monitoring is part of my management plan. GetVisit handles this consistently, home collection timed correctly to my cycle, quick reports, values my endocrinologist relies on.

Ojas Yadav

Bangalore

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor noted changes during my annual checkup and included Prolactin in the follow-up. Used GetVisit, home collection, report that afternoon. Values gave my doctor a clearer picture and we adjusted the management plan.

Lakshmi Menon

Bangalore