Confusion in the interpretation of prolactin levels caused by inappropriately low reference intervals
We showed that the results of different prolactin tests disagree by 75%, which hinders correct interpretation. Thus, we established test-specific prolactin normal values. By being aware of test differences and using test-specific normal values, one can ensure correct interpretation and prevent unnecessary referrals and concern.
Authors
- Yanaika S. Sabogal Piñeros (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7824-9058)
- Jacquelien J Hillebrand (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1161-0301)
- Annemieke C. Heijboer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6712-9955)
- Martine Deckers
- Prim de Bie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-5050-9696)
Institutions
- OLVG (NL)
- Amsterdam University Medical Centers (NL)
- Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (NL)
- University of Amsterdam (NL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Endocrine Connections
- Published
- 2024-10-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1530/ec-24-0432
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Pituitary Gland Disorders and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.07
Funders
- Amsterdam University Medical Centers