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Getting Pregnant During High Prolactin Level
PRL
Normal Values
The normal values for prolactin are as follows:
- Males: 2 - 18 ng/mL
- Nonpregnant females: 2 - 29 ng/mL
- Pregnant women: 10 - 209 ng/mL
Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
Note: ng/mL = nanograms per milliliter
What abnormal results mean
People with the following conditions may have high prolactin levels:
- Chest wall trauma or irritation
- Hypothalamic disease
Hypothyroidism - Kidne...
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