Prolaktiinitasoja
Prolaktiinitasoja refers to the measurement of prolactin levels in the blood. Prolactin is a hormone primarily produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. Its main function is to stimulate milk production in women after childbirth, a process known as lactation. Prolactin also plays a role in ovulation and menstrual cycles in women, and in men, it is involved in sperm production and reproductive function, though its exact role in males is less understood.
Elevated prolactin levels, known as hyperprolactinemia, can be caused by various factors. The most common cause
Diagnosing elevated prolactin levels involves a blood test. If high levels are detected, further investigations may