Luteinizing Hormone-Follicle Stimulating Hormone ratio as biological predictor of post-partum depression

Post-partum depression (PPD) is the common adverse outcome of child bearing which affects the wellbeing of both mother and newborn and has long-term effects. Hence reliable potential biological tests for early detection of PPD are essential. Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH) were associated with depressive disorders and the present study estimated the levels of serum FSH, LH in postpartum depression and explored them as predictive biomarkers in the development of PPD.
Source: Comprehensive Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research