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Understanding LH & FSH in Raigad Maharashtra
What is LH & FSH in Raigad Maharashtra?
The LH & FSH test helps assess the levels of two vital hormones: follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) in both males and females. These hormones play an important role in reproductive health, with Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH) regulating the menstrual cycle in females and sperm production in males. This test is done to detect and monitor hormonal imbalance, infertility issues and early or delayed puberty. This test is widely available with Tata 1mg labs in Raigad Maharashtra at an affordable price.
The LH & FSH test is recommended in females with reproductive disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menstrual irregularities and difficulty in getting pregnant. It also helps to determine ovulation time in females, evaluate hypogonadism (a condition where little or no sex hormones are produced in both males and females), and the function of the pituitary gland. In males, this test may be done in suspected cases of low sperm count, fertility issues, or signs of low testosterone levels such as a decreased sex drive, low muscle mass, etc.
In females, this test is advised on the second or third day of the menstrual cycle. For males, it can be done at any time. Additionally, inform your doctor about all the medication or supplements that you may be taking as some of them (e..g, birth control pills) may require adjustments or temporary discontinuation before the test.
What does LH & FSH measure?
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Luteinising Hormone
The Luteinising Hormone test determines the level of luteinizing hormone that promotes the functioning of the gonads, i.e., testes in men and ovaries in women. LH is produced by the pituitary gland, a pea-sized gland situated at the base of the brain. The production and release of LH are controlled by a system known as the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis. A hormone called GnRH is released from the hypothalamus of the brain and binds to the cell receptors in the anterior pituitary gland, which in turn prompts the synthesis and release of luteinizing hormone. LH then travels across the blood and attaches to its target cells in the testes in men and ovaries in women to facilitate optimal sexual and reproductive activities.
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Follicle Stimulating Hormone
The Follicle Stimulating Hormone test measures the level of FSH in your body. FSH is produced and subsequently released into the blood by the pituitary gland. Its production is controlled by a feedback mechanism involving a hormone situated in the hypothalamus in the brain. The released FSH travels through your blood and then attaches to receptors in the ovaries and testes. It exerts functional effects on the reproductive organs, such as sexual development, puberty, and maturation. FSH levels vary throughout the menstrual cycle in response to estradiol and progesterone. Any disruption or issue in this feedback mechanism can prevent the normal function of the testicles or ovaries. Thus, determining its level provides crucial information regarding your health.
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