Test Description: Progesterone

The Progesterone test measures the level of progesterone, a hormone essential for regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy. It is used to evaluate ovulation, assess fertility, monitor pregnancies, and investigate menstrual irregularities. In women, progesterone levels fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle and are higher during pregnancy. This test is commonly used to diagnose conditions like luteal phase defects, ectopic pregnancy, or to monitor the effectiveness of fertility treatments such as in vitro fertilization (IVF).