17-OH Progesterone Test

What is the 17-OH Progesterone Test?

Also known as 17 HydroxyProgesterone, 17-OH Progesterone, and 17α-Hydroxyprogesterone (17α-OHP), is a quantitative test that measures the amount of 17-hydroxyprogesterone level in the blood. This hormone is produced by the adrenal glands that are just located above the kidneys. Increased levels of this hormone can help to diagnose a condition known as congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). 

Under normal circumstances, 17-hydroxyprogesterone is converted into cortisol which plays many important functions in our body. Cortisol is the stress hormone that also affects our body’s immune responses and helps with the regulation of blood sugar levels. Poor conversion of 17- OH progesterone level to cortisol results enhances the levels of 17-hydroxyprogesterone level in the body. This test alongside two others can be used as a diagnostic tool for congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

17-OH progesterone test in Pakistan is a special blood chemistry test that helps medical practitioners to evaluate the level of 17-OH progesterone level in blood.

17-OH Progesterone Test Price in Pakistan

17 OHP Test price in Pakistan ranges between (2500-5000) Rupees. The 17-OH Progesterone test cost in Pakistan varies depending upon the lab and city you are choosing to get your test. However, to get a discount on 17-OH Progesterone test price in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, and other major cities, you can book your 17-OH Progesterone test from Healthwire.

How can I Book 17-OH Progesterone Test Near Me?

17-OH progesterone test is a special test. You can easily book a 17-OH Progesterone test online. For efficient service and affordable 17-OH Progesterone test prices in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and other major cities, you can rely on Healthwire. You can call us at 042352500989/02137130261 or click on the test for instant booking of the 17-OH Progesterone test.

To book your 17-OH progesterone test:

  • You can simply click on the lab test online via our web healthwire.pk or Healthwire app 
  • Select  17-OH progesterone test or upload prescription
  • Pay in cash or online (debit/credit card, jazz)
  • Our representative will call you for confirmation

You can also call us at 042352500989/02137130261  or click on the test for instant booking. You can also avail discount on the 17-OH progesterone test cost if you book your test viaHealthwire.

When is a 17-OH Progesterone Test Performed?

This blood test is a part of newborn screening. Further, a medical practitioner would recommend a 17-OH progesterone level test if you have the symptoms of CAH. Some of these symptoms include:

Symptoms in Infants

  • Vomiting
  • Feeding troubles
  • Dehydration
  • Abnormal heartbeat
  • Ambiguous genitalia in male and female children

Symptoms in young boys

  • Early puberty 
  • Penis enlargement 

Symptoms in young girls

  • Irregular periods
  • Collitoris enlargement
  • Secondary male characteristics

How to Interpret the 17-OH Progesterone Test Results?

Following is the normal range of 17-OH progesterone hormone in the blood: 

Age Group

Normal Range 

Infants

1000-3000 ng/dL

Children older than 24 hours

<100 ng/dL

Adults

<200 ng/dL

Book this lab test?

17-OH Progesterone Test

Rs. 3400.0 Rs. 4000

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Sub Total
Rs. 4000 Rs. 3400.0