Prolactin Test
A prolactin test checks the amount of prolactin hormone in your blood, which is made by the pituitary gland. This test helps diagnose and monitor conditions linked to abnormal prolactin levels, including prolactinomas, irregular periods, fertility issues, and other hormone-related disorders.
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Accurate from 14 days
This is the amount of time you must wait from exposure to testing
Turnaround time 5 days
The turnaround time in working days, once your sample is received by the lab.
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Collection methods -
Blood
A prolactin test is typically recommended for women with irregular or absent periods, experiencing unexplained breast milk production, people struggling with infertility (both men and women). It can also be used for men with low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, or decreased libido.
This test requires a blood sample, which is collected from one of our clinic locations across the country. If you require a certificate of your results, you must bring photo ID with you to your clinic appointment.
Clinic Procedure
By selecting a clinic test you’ll be assisted by a nurse or doctor in one of our 100+ sexual health clinics located across the country.
To book this test, simply press the ‘Select This Test’ button above. You’ll then be taken to our booking page where you can choose the best clinic for your needs.
Our clinics are all based in a discreet setting and because many of them are general health clinics, there’s no reason anyone will know that you’re there for a sexual health screening. Just let the receptionist know who you are upon arrival.
The Prolactin test requires a blood and urine sample. The blood sample is collected by a trained nurse or doctor. They’ll take care of you and ensure you’re comfortable, but it will require the use of a needle.
Once you’ve deposited your sample, we’ll take care of the rest. We’ll notify you of your Prolactin test results using our online portal as soon as they’re reported by the laboratory.
Why Choose Us?
Nearest clinics
Search for a clinic by postcode or city
These are the nearest clinics where this test is available.
Lisburn
Ballynahinch Road, Hillsborough, BT26 6AR- Great availability*
- Good public transport
- Evening & weekend appointments
- Onsite parking
We have a clinic located 8 miles to the south of Belfast in the city of Lisburn. A 15 minute drive from central Belfast the clinic offers convenient access via the A1 and M1. There is a small car park as well as extensive on street car parking in the nearby area.
Belfast - Balmoral
Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 6GR- Great availability*
- Good public transport
- Evening & weekend appointments
- Onsite parking
Our private STD clinic in Belfast is located in the Balmoral area of the city on Lisburn Road. The clinic is easily accessible out of central Belfast via the A1, whilst Balmoral Railway Station is also just a short 400m walk from the clinic.
Belfast - Central
Howard Street, Belfast, BT1 6PJ- Great availability*
- Good public transport
Our Belfast - Central clinic is located on Howard Street. Its just a short walk from Great Victoria Street Train Station and a number of other nearby, well-known landmarks including the Great Opera House. Access to the clinic via road is possible using the A12 and M1.