Prolactin Test (PRL) in Mumbai

Fasting is not usually required, though morning testing and avoiding stress/nipple stimulation beforehand is often recommended for accuracy.

It can cause irregular periods or unexpected milk production, and causes range from certain medicines to a benign pituitary growth - your doctor will investigate further if levels are significantly raised.

Yes, acute stress, exercise or even the blood draw itself can temporarily raise prolactin, which is why doctors often repeat a mildly elevated result before further workup.

Prolactin Test (PRL) is a blood test. Measures prolactin levels; helps confirm the cause of symptoms and monitors pituitary conditions.

The Prolactin Test (PRL) may be ordered when a healthcare professional needs information about the condition or health area assessed by this test. Prolactin is a hormone from the pituitary gland. Testing it helps explain symptoms such as irregular periods, unexpected milk production or fertility difficulties.

Measures prolactin levels; helps confirm the cause of symptoms and monitors pituitary conditions.

The test may be relevant for people whose symptoms, medical history, screening needs or treatment monitoring match the purpose of the Prolactin Test (PRL).

No fasting required. Morning sample preferred.

No, fasting is not required for the Prolactin Test (PRL). You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

The Prolactin Test (PRL) is done on a blood sample.

For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.

Reports for the Prolactin Test (PRL) are usually ready within 13 hours of sample collection. You receive them on WhatsApp and email.

The Prolactin Test (PRL) costs Rs 499 at HWP Diagnostic (MRP Rs 764). Home sample collection is free.

Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.

If the Prolactin Test (PRL) is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.

The Prolactin Test (PRL) can provide important information, but laboratory results are generally interpreted together with symptoms, medical history, examination and other investigations. A single result should not be treated as a diagnosis without clinical context.

Some medicines, supplements, food, exercise and other pre-test factors can affect particular laboratory results. Tell the healthcare professional about medicines and supplements you take, and do not stop prescribed medicines unless your clinician tells you to.

Yes. Free home sample collection for the Prolactin Test (PRL) is available across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon in Mumbai. You can also visit our Malad West lab, open 24x7.