AMH Test

General information

AMH is the abbreviation of the hormone called Anti-Müllerian Hormone. AMH is a hormone whose importance has only been understood in recent years. Until recently, it was thought that the ovaries, which determine reproductive function in women, were governed by a hormone called FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone), and ovarian function was monitored with FSH.

FSH is a hormone released from the pituitary gland. AMH, on the other hand, is a hormone secreted directly by the ovaries. For this reason, the AMH test gives a better picture of ovarian function. Because of this role, the AMH test has come to be used frequently in assessing ovarian reserve (the number of remaining eggs) in women, monitoring the approach to menopause, and making IVF decisions. AMH reflects the number of eggs remaining in the ovaries; on its own it does not show egg quality, the chance of conceiving naturally, or infertility. A low AMH does not mean you cannot conceive, and a normal/high AMH does not mean you will conceive easily. Recently, the AMH test has started to replace FSH.

AMH (ANTI-MÜLLERIAN HORMONE)

1. What Is the Status of Your Ovarian Function?
2. AMH cannot predict the timing of menopause with certainty; for early ovarian insufficiency under age 40, FSH is measured first.

In men, it is used to investigate testicular function and infertility. In children, it is used for purposes such as puberty investigation, sex differentiation and investigation of ambiguous genital conditions. AMH is measured in blood. Fasting is not required. AMH can be measured on any day of the cycle; birth control pills, pregnancy and hormone treatments lower AMH, while AMH may be high in PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome).

At Wellcare Laboratories, the AMH test is performed by the ECLIA method on the Roche e411 analyzer. During working hours, you can have your tests done with a simple blood sample by visiting our Nicosia or Kyrenia laboratory branches.