Prolactin, Active Monomeric Prolactin Test
- Category
- Hormones
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 6 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 10-60 Years
What Is This Test?
Measures the active (monomeric) form of prolactin after removing 'macroprolactin', a large, inactive form.
Why this test is performed?
Helps find out whether a high prolactin result is real or due to macroprolactin, which usually needs no treatment — avoiding unnecessary scans and medicines.
Who should take this test?
Symptoms suggesting hormonal imbalance — weight change, fatigue, BP changes, growth problems — usually as advised by a doctor.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
A harmless condition where most prolactin is bound in a large, inactive form that can falsely raise test results.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 4–5 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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