Breast Feeding Evaluation Blood Test
Test Code: 004465, 000810, 081950, 001016
Specimen Type: Blood
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Description:
Breast Feeding Evaluation Blood Test
The Breast Feeding Evaluation measures hormone and nutrient levels that are essential for healthy milk production in a nursing mother. While nursing, an infant is receiving most or all of its nutrition from their mother. The mother's body must be able to produce a sufficient quantity of milk and well as well as support the health of their infant and themselves. It is common for breastfeeding mothers to suffer from one or more nutrient deficiencies.
These tests are typically ordered when a new mother is having difficulty nursing or if a nursing infant is not gaining weight at the expected rate. These tests can also help to evaluate the effectiveness of therapy to increase milk production.
The Breast Feeding Evaluation includes:
Calcium: Breastfeeding infants need calcium to support their growth and development. As a result, mothers need more calcium than usual while breastfeeding to support the health of their infant and themself.
Prolactin: Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. One of the main roles of prolactin is to stimulate milk production during lactation. Its main role is to stimulate milk production in the breasts of a lactating mother. Low prolactin levels can prevent the mother from producing enough milk.
Vitamin B12 with Folate: Breastfeeding mothers require more vitamin B12 than normal. Insufficient levels of B12 can lead to anemia for the mother and/or her child.
Vitamin D: Breastfeeding mothers are often encouraged to take vitamin D supplements to ensure they have enough to support their health as well as that of their infant.
Turnaround time for these tests is typically 2-3 business days.
Where can I find a Milk Production blood test near me?
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Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
Fasting for 9-12 hours is required prior to going to the lab.
It is recommended that someone taking Biotin (also known as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R) stop consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
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