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The prolactin test measures the level of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. Book Prolactin in Besa, Nagpur at GetVisit, NABL labs in Besa and Wardha Road, home collection, same-day results and cashless OPD.
Home Sample collection
Centre VisitSAMPLE TYPE
Blood
FASTING REQUIRED
No
GENDER
Male/Female
GET REPORTS IN
33 hours
TEST INCLUDED
1
What is a Prolactin Test in Nagpur ?
What is Prolactin?
The prolactin test measures the level of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. Prolactin helps start and maintain milk production after childbirth. Physical examination provides clues; a test result removes ambiguity and allows targeted, evidence-based management to begin promptly.
What does Prolactin measure?
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.
What symptoms suggest Prolactin may be needed?
A doctor may recommend Prolactin when a patient reports irregular or absent menstrual periods, unexplained abdominal weight gain, excessive facial or body hair (hirsutism), acne unresponsive to treatment, mood changes, low libido, and difficulty conceiving. GetVisit makes testing convenient in Nagpur, with lab slots and home collection in Wardhaman Nagar, Bajaj Nagar, and nearby areas.
How is Prolactin performed?
At a GetVisit-partnered lab in Wardhaman Nagar or Bajaj Nagar, Nagpur, a certified phlebotomist cleans the inner elbow, locates a vein, and draws the required blood (typically 5 to 10 mL). The procedure takes 3 to 5 minutes. You feel a brief pinch at insertion and mild pressure during collection, then can eat, drive, and resume all activities immediately afterwards.
How accurate is Prolactin?
Results are analytically reliable because GetVisit's Nagpur logistics network maintains proper cold-chain transport from your Wardhaman Nagar or Bajaj Nagar collection point to the processing lab, preserving sample integrity. NABL independently audits quality control at regular intervals.
Are there any risks to Prolactin?
This is a low-risk procedure whether done at a lab in Wardhaman Nagar or by home collection in Bajaj Nagar, Nagpur. The only intervention is the blood draw. Side effects are limited to a brief pinch and an occasional small bruise that resolves in 24 to 48 hours. Patients on anticoagulants should hold light pressure for 3 to 5 minutes after the draw.
Did you know?
Blood is usually drawn in the morning, and doctors may repeat the test to confirm abnormal results.
Prolactin Test Preparation in Nagpur
Before you come:
No special diet or fasting is needed. Carry on normally; just stay hydrated and avoid alcohol the night before.
Your medicines:
For reproductive hormones (LH, FSH, oestradiol), collect on day 2 to 5 of your cycle unless told otherwise, and mention any hormonal contraceptive, which affects these values.
Documents and clothing:
Have your doctor's referral and photo ID ready; earlier reports for the same test are useful for tracking trends.
Booking your slot:
Choose a morning slot for the most consistent results. Same-day home collection is offered throughout Nagpur, Ramdaspeth and Dhantoli included.
Prolactin Test Parameters in Nagpur
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Prolactin. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.
Why Take a Prolactin Test in Nagpur ?
When does a doctor order Prolactin?
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.
Who should get Prolactin done in Nagpur?
PCOS is increasingly diagnosed among Nagpur's young women, with sedentary routines, stress, and a high-refined-carbohydrate diet across Manish Nagar, Khamla, and Laxmi Nagar contributing to hormonal imbalance. Those who benefit most from Prolactin testing include younger women with menstrual irregularities, couples planning conception, and anyone on hormone therapy. Timely testing in Nagpur shortens the path to an accurate diagnosis.
What conditions can Prolactin help diagnose?
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.
What do Prolactin results mean?
Higher or positive results: High prolactin can disrupt sex hormones and fertility. Lower or negative results: 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. Your doctor reads the value against the reference range on your report and your symptoms, and may repeat a borderline result to confirm it.
How often should Prolactin be repeated?
Frequency depends on the clinical question. For a fertility or PCOS work-up, tests are often timed to specific cycle days and repeated over one or two cycles. For patients on hormone therapy, monitoring follows the specialist's schedule, typically every few months until stable.
What happens after Prolactin results are ready?
You will be notified the moment results are ready, usually the same day for routine tests. Open the report in the GetVisit app to see each value beside its reference range, share it with your doctor in a tap, or book a specialist consultation to talk it through.
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Vijay Bisht was friendly, helpful, and made our home test process seamless. Grateful for his timely support and follow-up.
A big thank you to Shikhar from the Visit app for going above and beyond to arrange a last-minute appointment during an urgent situation. His seamless coordination truly made a difference.
A clean facility enhances experience. Quick checkups are a plus. Miss Rinku from Aditya Birla Health Insurance provided excellent service and handled our files well.
“The service was excellent—she was helpful, efficient, and made my recovery smooth and stress-free. Her support made a real difference.”
“Thank you, Shared Gupta, for the great support with my reimbursement claims and Wipro health packages. Truly appreciated!”
Thank you, Rinku. I appreciate your help during my visit. The hospital staff were courteous and professional. Overall, a very good experience!
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Huge shoutout to Shikhar from the Visit app! He has been incredibly supportive during emergencies — always responsive and ready to help. Truly impressed by his dedication and calm efficiency.
“I connected with the concierge team today and spoke with Vijay—he was helpful and made a real effort to address my concerns.”
I appreciate Shreshta's outstanding support. She kept me updated on my medicals after hours and ensured everything went smoothly. Her proactive communication and care made a big difference.
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Hi Aniket, Annu, Mayur, I appreciate Shikhar's support in organizing clinic appointments for my child at odd hours. It's a sensitive matter for any parent, and I'm thankful for his understanding.