Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Asked 6 months ago

What hormone levels indicate pcos?

I recently had some blood tests done because I suspect I might have PCOS. My doctor mentioned checking certain hormone levels. Can someone tell me what hormone levels typically indicate PCOS?

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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Hey, usually for PCOS, doctors look at a few things. Elevated testosterone (androgen) levels are a big indicator, sometimes LH to FSH ratio can be off too. It's not just one number though, they combine blood tests with symptoms and ultrasound findings to confirm. Best to get proper tests done by a gynaecologist.

Rohan Gupta Rohan Gupta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

PCOS can be tricky, haan! My friend had it and her doc checked for high male hormones (androgens) and also insulin levels. Sometimes Vitamin D also plays a role! But honestly, best to talk to a doctor, they'll know exactly what to test for. 😊

Ananya Singh Ananya Singh Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Same here, I was worried about PCOS. My doctor checked my free testosterone, DHEA-S, and also my LH and FSH levels. Sometimes prolactin levels are also looked at. It's a whole picture they build, so pls don't just look at one hormone. Get it checked properly.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Meena Devi Meena Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Beta, if you suspect PCOS, it's very important to see a gynaecologist for a proper diagnosis. They will do blood tests for hormones like androgens, and also sugar levels. While some changes in diet like cutting processed foods can help manage symptoms, understanding your exact hormone levels from a doctor is crucial before trying anything.

Sita Rao Sita Rao Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Beti, for such things, listening to a doctor is the most important. They usually check for high male hormones and if your cycles are irregular, that's also a big sign. Eating ghar ka khaana and staying active helps many things, but for hormone levels, lab tests are a must. Don't delay seeing a good lady doctor.

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Vishal Kumar Vishal Kumar Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, I can't really tell you which exact levels mean what. My sister has PCOS and her doctor ran a lot of blood tests for different hormones before confirming. It's very specific to each person, so I'd say consult a medical professional who can interpret your reports correctly. Don't self-diagnose from online info, it can be confusing.

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