Six Sex Hormones Test
Health Checkups
≈ ¥200-500
(≈ $30-70)
2 hr
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Description
Estimated cost for Six Sex Hormones Test at general public hospitals in China is about ¥140-400, and at Grade 3A hospitals about ¥200-500, varying by hospital tier and region.
Main Uses
The main clinical uses of the Six Sex Hormone Test include: 1. Diagnosing infertility issues in both men and women, 2. Evaluating menstrual irregularities and symptoms of menopause, 3. Assessing hormonal imbalances that could affect sexual development, 4. Monitoring the effectiveness of treatments for conditions like PCOS, 5. Investigating causes of low libido or erectile dysfunction, 6. Supporting diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders.
Normal Range
The normal range for the Six Sex Hormone Test (Sex Hormone Panel) includes: Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH): 1.5-12.4 mIU/mL for women, 1.5-12.4 mIU/mL for men; Luteinizing Hormone (LH): 1.9-12.5 mIU/mL for women, 1.7-8.6 mIU/mL for men; Estradiol (E2): 15-351 pg/mL for women, <40 pg/mL for men; Progesterone (P4): 0.1-29.0 ng/mL for women, <0.8 ng/mL for men; Prolactin (PRL): 4.79-23.3 ng/mL for women, 4.79-15.2 ng/mL for men; Testosterone (T): 24-95 ng/dL for men, 8-60 ng/dL for women. These ranges can vary slightly based on the laboratory and the specific method used.
Low Values - Possible Causes
Low values in the sex hormone panel may be caused by: 1. Hypopituitarism, 2. Ovarian or testicular failure, 3. Chronic stress or illness, 4. Malnutrition, 5. Certain medications like corticosteroids.
High Values - Possible Causes
High values in the sex hormone panel may be due to: 1. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), 2. Tumors of the pituitary gland or gonads, 3. Adrenal disorders such as Cushing's syndrome, 4. Early puberty, 5. Use of anabolic steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs.