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    What is Blood Sugar Test?

    The Progesterone test, also known as the P4 test, measures the progesterone hormone level in your blood. This hormone, mainly produced by the ovaries, is crucial in preparing the uterus for pregnancy.

    Normally, progesterone levels rise after ovulation, thickening the uterine lining to support the implantation of a fertilized egg. If pregnancy does not occur, these levels drop, resulting in menstruation. However, during pregnancy, progesterone continues to increase, preventing uterine contractions and supporting foetal development, with most of the hormone produced by the placenta.

    As progesterone levels vary throughout the menstrual cycle and pregnancy, the P4 test can help determine if imbalanced progesterone levels are contributing to infertility or pregnancy-related issues. It can also detect adrenal gland disorders causing elevated progesterone in both men and women.

    If you are in Gurgaon and concerned about reproductive health, taking the P4 test can offer valuable insights into your hormone levels, helping with diagnosis and management of any potential problems.

    Blood Sugar Test Parameters

    The P4 test checks a single parameter: the progesterone level in the blood.

    Progesterone levels fluctuate with the menstrual cycle and during pregnancy. Levels are low in the follicular phase, rising after ovulation for around five days before declining again. In pregnancy, progesterone levels increase steadily from week 9 to week 32, with the placenta taking over progesterone production after 12 weeks to support the pregnancy. Given the hormone's fluctuations, the test may need to be repeated as required.

    Blood Sugar Test Preparation

    Here are some preparatory measures to keep in mind before taking a P4 test:

    • Prerequisites There is no requirement to fast before the P4 test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested You can take this test at any time of the day.

    • Who Should Get a Progesterone Test? The P4 test can help assess whether ovulation is happening normally. In pregnancy, it monitors fertility in cases where there is a risk of miscarriage or complications like cramps or bleeding, which might indicate a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. It can also be used to evaluate abnormal bleeding in women who are not pregnant.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Progesterone Test No special preparation is required for the P4 test, but your doctor will provide any necessary instructions.

    Why Take the Blood Sugar Test?

    Here are a few reasons to consider the P4 test in Gurgaon:

    • Determine Ovulation: Evaluates whether ovulation is occurring as expected.

    • Monitor Fertility Treatment: Helps assess whether fertility treatments are effective in achieving pregnancy.

    • Identify Infertility: Aids in identifying whether abnormal progesterone levels are causing infertility in women, which can guide treatment.

    • Diagnose Pregnancy-Related Issues: Assesses miscarriage risk and monitors high-risk pregnancies to ensure both mother and foetus are healthy. It also helps diagnose ectopic pregnancy, a complication where a fertilised egg develops outside the uterus.

    • Diagnose Cancer: Helps detect ovarian cancer or adrenal gland issues, which are often linked to abnormal progesterone levels in both men and women.

    Blood Sugar Test Results and Interpretation

    The normal range of progesterone in males is usually from 0.28 to 1.22 ng/mL. In females, these levels vary with age and the stage of the menstrual cycle or pregnancy, as detailed below.:

    Group/StageProgesterone Level (ng/mL)
    Prepubescent Girls0.1 to 0.3
    Follicular Stage of Menstrual Cycle0.1 to 0.7
    Luteal Stage of Menstrual Cycle2 to 25
    First Trimester of Pregnancy10 to 44
    Second Trimester of Pregnancy19.5 to 82.5
    Third Trimester of Pregnancy65 to 290

    Should your progesterone levels be outside the normal range, your doctor may suggest further investigations. Abnormal levels could indicate:

    Elevated Levels:

    • Luteal phase of the menstrual cycle

    • Pregnancy

    • Ovarian tumour

    • Adrenal tumour

    • Certain defects in steroid hormone biosynthesis

    Decreased Levels:

    • Amenorrhoea (absence of menstruation)

    • Foetal death (spontaneous loss of a foetus at any stage)

    • Threatened abortion (bleeding or cramping that could signal a potential miscarriage)

    • Gonadal agenesis (failure of the gonads to develop, leading to the absence of ovaries or testes)

    Discussing your specific test results with your doctor is key to obtaining personalised insights and guidance based on your health history.

    FAQs on Blood Sugar Test in Gurgaon

    The cost of the Progesterone test in Gurgaon is ₹100. It includes home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, and the results are available within 6 hours.

    Yes, when you schedule a P4 test, home sample collection is available. An eMedic will come to your home within 60 minutes to collect the sample.

    A P4 test measures the progesterone levels in your blood, which is useful for assessing ovulation, diagnosing fertility issues, monitoring pregnancy, and detecting adrenal and ovarian problems.

    No, fasting is not necessary before a P4 test.

    Follow these steps to book a Progesterone test through our platform:

    • Find the Test : Look for the P4 test in Gurgaon and select Orange Health.

    • Review and Verify : Select the test, review the details, enter your location, and book a convenient time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : A certified eMedic will collect the sample at the scheduled time.

    • Laboratory Processing : The sample will be analysed in our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited lab.

    • Receive Results : Results will be available by email or WhatsApp within 6 hours and can also be accessed through our app.

    Normal progesterone levels for males range between 0.28 and 1.22 ng/mL. For females, levels vary based on age, menstrual cycle, and pregnancy stage, as outlined below:

    Group/StageProgesterone Level (ng/mL)
    Prepubescent Girls0.1 to 0.3
    Follicular Stage of the Menstrual Cycle0.1 to 0.7
    Luteal Stage of the Menstrual Cycle2 to 25
    First Trimester of Pregnancy10 to 44
    Second Trimester of Pregnancy19.5 to 82.5
    Third Trimester of Pregnancy65 to 290

    Once the test is booked, an eMedic from Orange Health Labs will arrive within 60 minutes to collect the sample. You will receive your test results online within 6 hours.

    The doctor will recommend how often you need to take the Progesterone test based on your health status and specific needs.

    The test evaluates one parameter: the progesterone level in your bloodstream.

    Orange Health offers the fastest P4 test in Gurgaon, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical lab visit. Localities in Gurgaon include but are not limited to DLF Phase 1, DLF Phase 2, DLF Phase 3, DLF Phase 4, DLF Phase 5, Sector 14, Sector 15, Sector 21, Sector 22, Sector 23, Sector 24, Sector 29, Sector 31, Sector 40, Sector 42, Sector 43, Sector 45, Sector 46, Sector 50, Sector 51, Sector 52, Sector 53, Sector 54, Sector 55, Sector 56.

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