Individual tests

PTH is a hormone your parathyroid glands make, which helps control the calcium level in your blood. If calcium blood levels are too low, your parathyroid glands will release PTH to raise calcium levels. If calcium levels are too high, these glands will stop making PTH. This test helps diagnose hyperparathyroidism (too much PTH) and hypoparathyroidism (too little PTH), monitor kidney disease, and determine whether high calcium blood levels relate to parathyroid glands.
Luteinizing hormone (LH) is synthesized and secreted by gonadotropes in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. Along with the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), it is essential for proper reproductive function. In females, an acute rise of LH triggers ovulation; in males, it stimulates Leydig cell production of testosterone. This test typically finds the cause of infertility or irregular or stopped menstrual periods.
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the body. The main function of phosphorus is in the formation of bones and teeth. High levels of phosphorus can be seen in hypoparathyroidism, bone metastases, and hypervitaminosis D. Low phosphorus is usually found when using some medications such as antacids, diuretics, or in cases of hyperparathyroidism.
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the body, with its main function the formation of bones and teeth. High phosphorus levels can be seen in hypoparathyroidism, bone metastases, and hypervitaminosis D. Low phosphorus is usually found when using medications such as antacids or diuretics and in cases of hyperparathyroidism.
Potassium is an electrolyte that regulates heartbeat, helps muscles contract, and nerves function. Too much potassium in your blood can damage your heart and lead to a heart attack. If your blood potassium is low, it can cause life-threatening complications, such as an irregular heartbeat or acute respiratory failure from muscle paralysis.
Progesterone is a hormone from the ovaries. During a normal menstrual cycle, progesterone prepares your uterus for pregnancy. This test is useful for those having trouble getting pregnant, undergoing fertility treatment, or experiencing abnormal bleeding when not pregnant.
Prolactin is a pituitary gland hormone that causes the breasts to grow and produce milk. If prolactin levels are higher than normal, it often means there is a type of tumor of the pituitary gland. This test is often used to diagnose a prolactinoma, find the cause of a woman's menstrual irregularities and/or infertility, or determine the reason for a man's low sex drive and/or erectile dysfunction.
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