Lh, Fsh, Prolactin, Serum

This test measures the levels of three key hormones in the blood: Luteinizing Hormone (LH), Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH), and Prolactin. These hormones play crucial roles in reproductive health:

• LH and FSH are involved in regulating the menstrual cycle in women and spermatogenesis in men.
• Prolactin is mainly involved in milk production and can affect menstrual cycles.

The test provides valuable information about a person’s reproductive health, hormone imbalances, and potential fertility issues.

• Evaluating fertility issues: Imbalances in these hormones can indicate problems with ovulation, menstrual irregularities, or low sperm count.
• Diagnosing reproductive disorders: For example, high levels of prolactin can indicate conditions like hyperprolactinemia, which can interfere with normal menstrual cycles and fertility.
• Diagnosing pituitary disorders: Since these hormones are regulated by the pituitary gland, abnormal levels can signal pituitary dysfunction.

• Women with irregular periods, anovulation (lack of ovulation), or difficulty conceiving.
• Men with low sperm count or other fertility issues.
• Individuals with abnormal breast milk production unrelated to pregnancy or breastfeeding (due to prolactin levels).
• People with symptoms suggesting pituitary gland disorders, such as headaches, vision changes, or unexplained weight gain/loss.

LH and FSH levels fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle and are closely monitored in women undergoing fertility treatments like in-vitro fertilization (IVF). In men, these hormones are assessed to evaluate overall reproductive function. Abnormal levels can indicate conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in women or hypogonadism in men.