Biochemical Evalution of Patients With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

The Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is considered as a common disturbance of sexual hormonal system. The diagnosis of PCOS is based h/o chronic anovulation, hyperandrogenism and by ultrasonography. PCOS is the major cause of female infertility which increases the risk of development of metabolic syndrome, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases and some cancer. The studies conducted in the past has proven the association between hyperinsulinemia and development of PCOD. The insulin resistance in PCOS was higher in obese women without PCOS and is a common feature of PCOS in both normal and obese women.