Test Description: Prolactin (Pooled)

The Prolactin (Pooled) test measures the level of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that plays a key role in milk production after childbirth. The pooled test involves collecting multiple samples at different times to get an average prolactin level, which can provide a more accurate picture of hormone fluctuations. This test is commonly used to evaluate causes of abnormal milk production (galactorrhea), infertility, or menstrual irregularities. Elevated prolactin levels can also indicate pituitary tumors or other hormonal imbalances.