Estrogen (E2)

Also Known As: Estrogen

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About the Test
Description:

A female hormone, produced by the ovaries that triggers ovulation.

Clinical Significance:

To evaluate causes of infertility and to assess menopause.

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Target Levels (where applicable)

REFERENCE INTERVALS FOR ADULTS: Reference values differ with the menstrual cycle phase. Lower values are seen after menopause

What is being checked

 

INCREASE IN:

In Female: Early (precocious) puberty, Tumors of the ovary or adrenal glands, Hyperthyroidism Cirrhosis

In Male: Enlarged breasts (gynecomastia), Tumors of the testicles (testicular cancer) or adrenal glands, Delayed puberty.

DECREASE IN: Turner syndrome, hypopituitarism, female hypogonadism, menopause