PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) Panel Test
Short Name: PCOD Panel
Also known as: PCOD Hormone Panel, Polycystic Ovarian Disease Panel, PCOD Workup
PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) Panel Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,500. Uses Hexokinase, CLIA, CMIA on Blood (Serum and Sodium Fluoride Plasma) samples. Results in Reports are generated daily; in most cases, the report is available within 24 hours of sample collection.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Ramarao Paidisetty
Consultant Biochemist · Reg: 21504
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
This panel helps evaluate the hormonal and metabolic components that are commonly altered in PCOD. It measures FSH, LH, total testosterone, prolactin, fasting insulin, fasting glucose and TSH to support clinical diagnosis and management planning.
- Test Code
- 3538
- ICD Code
- E28.2
- Price
- ₹4,500
- Sample Type
- Blood (Serum and Sodium Fluoride Plasma)
- Result Time
- Reports are generated daily; in most cases, the report is available within 24 hours of sample collection.
- Fasting Required
- Yes (10 hours)
- Method
- Hexokinase, CLIA, CMIA
Sample Collection
Overnight fasting is mandatory. The specimen should be collected 4 hours after the patient has awakened. Please inform your treating doctor about all current medications and supplements.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Blood is drawn from a vein in the arm using standard venipuncture.
Report Delivery
Pressure is applied to the puncture site. You can resume normal activities and diet after the blood draw unless advised otherwise.
Timeline: Reports are generated daily; in most cases, the report is available within 24 hours of sample collection.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
This panel helps evaluate the hormonal and metabolic components that are commonly altered in PCOD. It measures FSH, LH, total testosterone, prolactin, fasting insulin, fasting glucose and TSH to support clinical diagnosis and management planning.
How to Prepare
- Overnight fasting is mandatory.
- Collect specimen 4 hours after the patient has awakened.
- Ship refrigerated or frozen after collection.
- Do not stop prescribed medications without consulting your doctor.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Ramarao Paidisetty — MBBS, MD (Biochemistry) · Reg. No. 21504
"Endocrinologists use this panel alongside clinical and ultrasound findings; an isolated lab value is insufficient for PCOD diagnosis."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Non-fasting sample
- Hemolyzed serum specimen
- Lipemic sample interfering with assay
- Improperly labeled tube
- Sample received beyond the stated stability period
Understanding Your Results
Consult an endocrinologist or gynaecologist if you have irregular periods, difficulty conceiving, hirsutism, acne, weight gain, acanthosis nigricans, or if your PCOD panel results show hormonal derangements.
Limitations
- ⚠The PCOD panel is not a standalone diagnostic test; clinical and ultrasound correlation is required.
- ⚠A single testosterone measurement may not reflect free biologically active testosterone.
- ⚠This panel does not include AMH unless ordered separately.
- ⚠Results may vary with the menstrual cycle phase, so repeat testing may be needed.
- ⚠It does not exclude other causes of oligomenorrhea and hyperandrogenism, such as thyroid disease, hyperprolactinemia, congenital adrenal hyperplasia or androgen-secreting tumors.
Risks & Considerations
- ●Mild pain or discomfort at the needle site
- ●Slight bruising
- ●Dizziness or lightheadedness
- ●Very small risk of infection at the puncture site
Interfering Factors
- ●Use of hormonal contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy
- ●Drugs that can elevate prolactin, such as certain antidepressants and antipsychotics
- ●Stress, sleep deprivation and recent exercise
- ●Time of day of sample collection
- ●Pregnancy and lactation
- ●Recent food intake or prolonged fasting before glucose and insulin measurement
- ●Biotin supplementation affecting immunoassay-based hormonal tests
Compare With Similar Tests
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Frequently Asked Questions
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