Sample Type
Serum
Parameters
1
Report Time
Same Day to 24 Hours
Fasting
No fasting required.
The Progesterone, Serum test measures the concentration of progesterone, a hormone primarily produced by the ovaries after ovulation and later by the placenta during pregnancy. Progesterone plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle, preparing the uterus for implantation, supporting early pregnancy, and maintaining a healthy pregnancy. This test is commonly recommended to confirm ovulation, investigate infertility, evaluate menstrual irregularities, monitor early pregnancy, and assess ovarian function. It may also be used to evaluate certain hormonal disorders and monitor progesterone therapy.
