Prolactin Monomer
Momores prolactin is automatically re-tested if prolactin is too high,
This test cannot be ordered separately.
Also known as Makro-Prolaktin big-big-Prolaktin Makro-Prolactin, post-PEG
Antipsychotics can increase prolactin levels.
One of the most important hormones regulating human reproductive functions is monomeric prolactin. It is produced in the pituitary gland for and is most important for women. In addition to participating in metabolic processes and the formation of secondary sexual characteristics, the main function of this hormone is the realization of breastfeeding. Prolactin monomer helps in the formation of mammary glands and stimulates the production of milk after delivery. Therefore, during the period of breastfeeding, an increased level of this hormone is necessary. In addition to stimulating breastfeeding, it inhibits ovulation and prevents the onset of pregnancy.
If monomeric prolactin is elevated, a woman cannot conceive a child. This hormone can cause not only the disappearance of ovulation, but also, in general, the cessation of menstruation. This leads to infertility and many diseases of the female sexual sphere, so the analysis of its content is often carried out by gynecologists. For the successful beginning and course of pregnancy, as well as the postpartum period, it is very important that monomeric prolactin is normal.
Avoid stressful situations before or during the blood collection, due to day-night rhythm variations, blood collection is recommended in the morning (around 8am)