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Endocrinology
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End stage kidney disease
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Pituitary Disorders
What degree of prolactin elevation is typically seen in patients with end stage kidney disease on hemodialysis?
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Usually, less than 50, rarely 50-100. If it is higher than 100, one should look for another cause of hyperprolactinemia.
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