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Levels of progesterone do increase naturally in pregnancy as mentioned above. High levels of progesterone are associated with the condition congenital adrenal hyperplasia. However, the high progesterone levels are a consequence of and not a cause of this condition. Also, high levels of progesterone are associated with an increased risk for developing breast cancer. Progesterone, either alone or in combination with oestrogen, is taken by women as an oral contraceptive (âthe pillâ). âThe pillâ works by preventing ovulation, making it nearly 100% effective in preventing pregnancy.
If you do, your levels might be different during this time. The average progesterone level, if you are not taking medication, is over 10 ng/dl during this phase. If you are taking fertility medication, the average progesterone level is over 15 ng/dl. Blood progesterone levels increase during pregnancy. The average levels during the three trimesters are 9 to 47 ng/ml for the first trimester, 17 to 146 ng/ml for the second trimester and 49 to 300 ng/ml for the third trimester.