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Prolactin Testing (PRL)

The Prolactin test is also known as a luteotropic hormone or luteotropin test.

All you need to know about testing Prolactin levels with a laboratory test

  • What is the Prolactin test for?
  • How to test Prolactin?
  • What if Prolactin results are high?
  • What if Prolactin results are low?
  • Who should take the Male Fertility (Sex Hormones) Blood test?

Prolactin Testing UK Statistics 2026

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29.4% of people tested have Prolactin levels which are too high.

450.7

Low
< 86

Normal
86 - 324

High
324 +

The average Prolactin result is 450.7 mU/L
Note what is normal for you may differ for your age and sex.

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What Is The Prolactin Test For?

Prolactin (PRL) is a hormone normally present in low amounts in men and non-pregnant women. Its main physiological role is in promoting milk production during breast feeding

In women higher levels inhibit the hormones that trigger ovulation and allow eggs to develop and mature.

In men its exact role is unclear but high levels can cause infertility, low sexual desire & erectile dysfunction.

Interestingly the levels of prolactin are regulated by the neurotransmitters which can also be influenced by moods and depression.

How To Test Prolactin

By buying a laboratory test kit with professional nurse or clinic collection, you can accurately measure Prolactin for total reassurance.

Professional analysis in an accredited laboratory ensures rapid result delivery.

The Vitall Male Fertility (Sex Hormones) nurse or clinic test kit includes a Prolactin test and is available for just £79.00.

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What if Prolactin Results Are High?

High prolactin concentrations can be seen with a wide range of conditions, including pituitary gland disorders, hypothyroidism, anorexia, or kidney disease.

In women, this can also be caused by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). High levels of prolactin are normal during pregnancy and after childbirth while breastfeeding.

In men, high prolactin levels can be linked to lower sexual desire, decreased ability to have an erection (impotence), and infertility due to a reduced sperm count.

Levels can also be elevated as a side effect of certain drugs. Further investigation is often used to determine the cause, and unexpected high results (for example, not related to pregnancy or breastfeeding) are commonly flagged for review by a GP.

What if Prolactin Results Are Low?

Low levels are interpreted in context. Levels are usually low in normal health. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, levels can be expected to be higher.

If low levels are not unexpected, no specific action is commonly associated with this finding.

Who Should Take This Test?

Measure your Prolactin levels and check male sex hormones and assess infertility risk with a Male Fertility (Sex Hormones) nurse or clinic finger-prick bloodtest kit

You get the convenient testing with the reassurance of professional clinical analysis. Your results are delivered quickly & securely online.

This Male Fertility (Sex Hormones) Test is advised if you:

  • want the convenience of home testing without waiting for a GP appointment;
  • need a high quality, clinically accredited test done in a professional clinical laboratory.

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