Diagnostic Tests for Polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome: Diagnostic Tests
The list of diagnostic tests
mentioned in various sources as
used in the diagnosis of Polycystic ovary syndrome
includes:
Home Diagnostic Testing
These home medical tests may be relevant to Polycystic ovary syndrome:
- Home STD Testing
- Pregnancy -- Related Home Testing:
- Fertility-related Home Testing:
- Male Fertility Tests
- Sexuality & Libido: Home Testing:
- Liver Health & Hepatitis: Home Testing
Polycystic ovary syndrome Diagnosis: Book Excerpts
Tests and diagnosis discussion for Polycystic ovary syndrome:
Diagnosing PCOS involves several steps. Your doctor will take a
detailed medical history about your menstrual cycle and reproductive
history, including information about methods of birth control and
pregnancies. You also will receive a pelvic and physical exam. During a
pelvic exam, the doctor is able to feel the swelling of the cysts on your
ovary. Once cysts are found, the doctor may perform a vaginal ultrasound,
or a screening to examine the cysts and the endometrium (lining of the
uterus). If your doctor suspects you have PCOS, he or she may recommend
having blood tests to measure hormone levels. Women with PCOS can have
high levels of hormones, such as testosterone. Your doctor also may test
your insulin and glucose levels, to look for diabetes or insulin
resistance (inefficient use of insulin in the body). Many women with PCOS
have these conditions. Lastly, your doctor may test your levels of
cholesterol and triglycerides since they often are abnormal in women with
PCOS. Once your doctor makes a diagnosis, you will work together to decide
how to best treat and manage your condition. (Source: excerpt from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): NWHIC)
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