17 Alpha Hydroxy Progesterone Test near me in Kolkata

The 17 Alpha Hydroxy Progesterone Test is a blood test that measures the level of 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP), a hormone produced primarily by the adrenal glands and to some extent by the gonads. This test helps detect or evaluate congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), an inherited condition that results in decreased cortisol and aldosterone production and increased male sex hormone (androgen) production. It is available at an affordable price with Tata 1mg labs in Kolkata.

Doctors may recommend this test for females showing symptoms such as excess hair growth in areas typical for males, deep voice , increased muscle mass, absence of menstrual periods, or infertility. 

No special preparation is needed for this test. However, an early morning specimen is preferred. The blood sample may need to be collected at a specific time during a woman’s menstrual cycle. Moreover, the test should not be done if an individual is taking steroids, as these can affect the test results.