Prolactin
Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, best known for its role in breast milk production. At The Vesey Private Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, Prolactin is available within 8 private blood test panels, with clinician-reviewed results. This page is educational and does not replace personalised medical advice.
What Prolactin measures
Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, best known for its role in breast milk production. It is also present in men and non-pregnant women at lower levels.
Why it is tested
Prolactin is measured when investigating reproductive hormone questions, menstrual changes or certain pituitary-related concerns. It appears in comprehensive hormone panels.
Tests that include Prolactin at The Vesey
Guide prices are read from the current Vesey catalogue and confirmed at booking.
Hormone Profile
Guide price from £156
Fertility Panel
Guide price from £210
Fertility Panel + STI Screen
Guide price from £220
Standard Screen Plus Hormonal Health (Female)
Guide price from £233
Standard Screen Plus Hormonal Health (Male)
Guide price from £233
Fertility Panel + AMH
Guide price from £246
2 further Vesey panels include Prolactin. See all blood test panels →
Related biomarkers
Other markers in the hormones group:
Frequently asked questions
Can prolactin be affected by stress before the test?
Prolactin can rise transiently with stress and certain activities, so testing conditions can influence the result. Your clinician will take this into account when interpreting it.
This page is for general education and information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation for any specific test or treatment, and it does not include reference ranges, which are laboratory-dependent and interpreted by a clinician. Guide prices are indicative and confirmed at the time of booking. Always discuss your health and any test results with a qualified clinician. In an emergency call 999; for urgent non-emergency advice call NHS 111.
Private blood testing in Sutton Coldfield
Clinician-reviewed results. No GP referral needed.