Know Your Blood Parameters: Progesterone

1. Parameter Name

   Progesterone
   

2. Test Type

   Blood
   

3. Normal Range

   Women (Luteal phase): 5 – 20 ng/mL

   Men: < 1 ng/mL
   

4. High Levels Indicate

   Pregnancy, luteal cysts, hormone therapy.
   

5. Low Levels Indicate

   Anovulation, luteal phase defect, risk of miscarriage.
   

6. Why It's Tested

   To assess ovulation, fertility status, and monitor pregnancy.
   

7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal)

   Low: Irregular periods, infertility, early pregnancy loss.

   High: Generally asymptomatic unless related to therapy.
   

8. What To Do If Abnormal

   Correlate with menstrual history and other hormone levels; gynecological consultation.
   

9. Common Conditions Related

   Luteal phase defect, infertility, early pregnancy complications.
   

10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection

    Maintain healthy weight, reduce stress to support hormonal balance.

    
    

11. References (APA Format)

    Melmed, S. et al. (2016). Williams Textbook of Endocrinology (13th ed.). Elsevier.

    MedlinePlus. (2023). Progesterone Test.https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/progesterone-test/