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Weight Gain in PCOD - Understanding and Testing for It

  • Does PCOS cause weight gain?

    Weight gain in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common symptom seen in women with PCOS. The excess androgen levels and insulin resistance in PCOS, are the cause of the weight gain.

  • How to diagnose weight gain in PCOD?

    Measurement of your BMI, cholesterol levels and androgen levels can help determine if the weight gain is related to PCOS.

  • When should testing be done for Weight Gain in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome?

    If you have gained weight suddenly without any apparent cause, then it may be a good time to get tested.

  • How is Weight Gain in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome treated?

    Treatment of obesity starts with lifestyle and diet modifications. Medical treatment is also available if required.

Do this panel of tests if you have any of the following symptoms :

  • Irregular Periods

    If your menstrual cycle is not regular, you might need these tests.

  • Sudden Weight Gain

    Gaining a lot of weight in a short time combined with other symptoms of PCOD are warning signs.

  • Excessive Hair Growth

    Excessive thick, dark hair on the face, back or arms are warning signs.

List of tests included in the PCOD and Obesity Test for Women

Name How It Helps
HOMA IR index (Insulin, Glucose fasting test)
Contains 2 tests including : Plasma Glucose(Fasting),Insulin
  1. Checks for insulin resistance
  2. Helps understand sugar control
Lipid profile, Mini (Cholesterol-total, HDL, LDL, VLDL, Triglycerides)
Contains 5 tests including : Cholesterol (Total),LDL Cholesterol (Direct),HDL Cholesterol,Very Low Density Lipoproteins,Triglycerides
  1. Checks fat levels in blood
  2. Finds risk of heart disease
TSH-Ultrasensitive (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
Contains 1 tests including : TSH-Ultrasensitive (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
  1. Checks thyroid function
  2. Helps find thyroid issues
Complete Blood Count with Peripheral Smear
Contains 22 tests including : Hemoglobin,Total RBC Count,Hematocrit,Mean Corpuscular Volume,Mean Corpuscular Hb,Mean Corpuscular Hb Concentration
  1. Checks overall blood health
  2. Finds infection or anemia
Prolactin
Contains 1 tests including : Prolactin
  1. Checks levels of prolactin hormone
  2. Helps find reasons for irregular periods

List of Eligibility Criteria for the PCOS and Weight Gain Panel

  • Sudden Weight Gain

    Any sudden unexplained gain of weight, may be a cause to get tested.

  • Irregular Periods

    Menstrual irregularities, together with weight gain, acne and hair growth are all signs of PCOD.

Summary

  • What is the cost of PCOS and Weight Gain Panel in Pune?

    The cost of PCOD and Obesity Test for Women in Pune is Rs. 2250.0, at Pathofast Lab.

  • What type of sample is necessary for Overweight PCOD Panel Test?

    PCOS and Weight Gain Panel needs and Blood Sample

  • In how much time will the reports be ready for PCOD and Obesity Test for Women?

    All the Overweight PCOD Panel Test reports will be ready after 1 days.

  • What are the normal ranges for different tests in the PCOS and Weight Gain Panel?

    Please refer to the table of Normal Ranges below.

  • Is home sample collection available for PCOD and Obesity Test for Women?

    Yes, home sample collection is available for Overweight PCOD Panel Test various areas of Pune.

How to prepare for the Overweight PCOD Panel Test?

Before getting these tests, you should be aware of important pre-test guidelines. These include whether or not to fast, which medicines you can take and what foods to avoid.

The following table illustrates important preparation guidelines for the PCOS and Weight Gain Panel

Table of preparation guidelines and pre-test information for PCOD and Obesity Test for Women

Precautions Details
At what time should the test be done? The test can be done between 6 am to 9 am in the morning.
Can I eat before the test? No, you need to be fasting for 8-12 hours before the test. Water is allowed, tea without sugar is allowed.
Which medicines can affect the test results? The test results may be affected by medicines like anti-thyroid medications,biotin supplements,dopamine antagonists,estrogens,verapamil. If you are taking these medications, please inform the lab.
Which foods can affect the test results? These tests are not affected by foods.
Other instructions to be followed before the test? avoid sexual activity,nipple stimulation for 12 hours before the test. wake up around 6 am on the day of the test. make sure to be awake for 2 hours prior to giving the sample.

List of normal ranges of the tests in Overweight PCOD Panel Test?

The following list shows the normal ranges of the different tests included in PCOS and Weight Gain Panel.

  • HOMA IR index (Insulin, Glucose fasting test)

    • Men : 2.25-2.45
    • Women : 1.95-2.15

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • Lipid profile, Mini (Cholesterol-total, HDL, LDL, VLDL, Triglycerides)

    • Men :
      • Cholesterol:<200
      • HDL Cholesterol:>40
      • LDL Cholesterol:<100
      • Triglycerides:<150
    • Women :
      • Cholesterol:<200
      • HDL Cholesterol:>50
      • LDL Cholesterol:<100
      • Triglycerides:<150

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • TSH-Ultrasensitive (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)

    0.4-4.0
    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • Complete Blood Count with Peripheral Smear

    • Men :
      • Hemoglobin:13-16
      • White Cells:4000-11000
      • Platelets:150000-450000
    • Women :
      • Hemoglobin:12-15
      • White Cells:4000-11000
      • Platelets:150000-450000

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • Prolactin

    • Men : 2.0-18.0
    • Women : 2.0-30.0

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

How long do the reports take for PCOD and Obesity Test for Women?

All the Overweight PCOD Panel Test reports will be ready after 1 days..

The table below lists the time taken by individual reports in the PCOS and Weight Gain Panel

Table of time taken by different tests in the PCOD and Obesity Test for Women

Report Name How Long It Takes
HOMA IR index (Insulin, Glucose fasting test) 1 days
Lipid profile, Mini (Cholesterol-total, HDL, LDL, VLDL, Triglycerides) 1 days
TSH-Ultrasensitive (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) 1 days
Complete Blood Count with Peripheral Smear 1 days
Prolactin 1 days

Frequently Asked Questions

In PCOS, the body does not use sugar properly. Normally, insulin causes your body tissues and muscles to take up sugar and utilize it. In case of PCOS, the body is resistant to the effects of insulin and does not use sugar in response to insulin. This is called insulin resistance. the HOMA Index test, is used to detect this by calculating the ratio of fasting sugar to insulin.

The lipid profile will tell you if your weight gain is reflected in your cholesterol. High cholseterol levels are also dangerous for the heart health.

TSH, may be elevated if your thyroid is not working properly. This can also cause weight gain, not related to PCOD. This test helps rule out thyroid as a cause of weight gain.

This test helps to screen for general health, allergies and infections.

High prolactin levels, cause infertility, weight gain and missed periods. Nearly 30% of women with PCOD, have high prolactin levels.

Why Choose Pathofast for Weight Gain in PCOD Panel Test

Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable blood tests. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the Weight Gain in PCOD Panel Test in various areas of Pune.

You can be assured of quality service and timely and accurate reports

Home Sample Collection is Available for Weight Gain in PCOD Panel Test at the following locations in Pune :

  • Jangli Maharaj Nagar
  • Ravet
  • Viman Nagar
  • Shastrinagar, Yerawada
  • NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
  • Camp
  • Aundh
  • Baner
  • Dattwadi
  • Undri
  • Pimpri-Chinchwad
  • Kalyani Nagar
  • Koregaon Park
  • Sadashiv Peth