Can pregnancy be detected with prolactine test?

Question

Doc asked me to do a prolactin test for some other reason and now im confused. Can this test also show if im pregnant or not? trying to understand before my next appointment.

Richa Sahu · Answer

Don't waste money on a prolactin test for this. A simple 50 rupee home urine kit from the chemist is the cheapest and most reliable way to check.

Lavina Raman · Answer

It's always better to consult your gynac or the hospital lab staff directly about which tests are needed to confirm. Usually they just prescribe a urine or beta-hCG blood test.

Vasudha Hada · Answer

No, prolactin is different. Please do a regular urine pregnancy test at home to find out.

Manjusha Arumugam · Answer

Prolactin won't give a clear pregnancy answer. Just wait for your missed period and use a regular home test kit, it's super easy and accurate!

Yuvika Namboothiri · Answer

Absolutely not. Prolactin test is not for pregnancy detection, you should do a simple home urine test or a beta hCG blood test to confirm.

Janaki More · Answer

Why go for complicated blood tests first? Just buy a regular pregnancy strip from the local medical shop, it works perfectly and gives results in 2 minutes.

Shweta Thakur · Answer

No dear, prolactin is mainly the breastfeeding hormone and can be high for other reasons too. For detecting pregnancy, you need a beta hCG test or a regular urine kit.

Sandhya Vyas · Answer

Actually, prolactin levels go up during pregnancy but it's not a diagnostic test for it. Ask your gynac for a beta hCG test if you want a reliable blood test.