How to measure and interpret serum prolactin

This page was last updated on February 16, 2022 Prolactin levels are important to mental health professionals for several reasons: 1. Some psychiatric medications can increase prolactin levels (e.g., antipsychotics) 2. Elevated prolactin levels can be a cause of sexual dysfunction 3. Elevated prolactin levels may be a clue that the person’s headaches and visual…