What is Anti-Mullerian hormone?

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) is produced by the ovaries in females and the testes in males. In unborn babies, AMH plays an important role in the development of the male or female reproductive organs.  The level of AMH is associated with ovarian reserve, or the number of eggs remaining in the ovaries. In females, AMH is released by ovarian cells during their reproductive years.  AMH levels typically peak in the mid-twenties and gradually decline as a person ages.   Once a person has undergone menopause, AMH levels usually become undetectable, and they are no longer able to become pregnant.  A blood test for AMH levels is a common tool in evaluating fertility.

Why should someone get an AMH Test?

An AMH test is most commonly done to help evaluate women who are having difficulty becoming pregnant.  Checking AMH levels can help determine how many eggs a person has left.  Additional testing is necessary to determine the health of these eggs.  For women taking medication for fertility, testing AMH levels can help determine which dosage will be most effective.  AMH testing can also be done when women experience symptoms of perimenopause to help determine if they are going through menopause or rule it out as the cause of their symptoms.  Other conditions, such as ovarian cancer, can also affect AMH levels, so testing may be done to aid in making a diagnosis.

Do males need to check Anti-Mullerian Hormone levels?

It is not common for males to need an AMH test.  The most common reason to test AMH levels is for infants with undescended testicles.  This can help to evaluate the health of the testicles and determine if additional testing is necessary. Checking AMH levels may also be helpful in evaluating the cause of adult male infertility.

How to get an Anti-Mullerian Hormone test

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Sources:

https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/anti-mullerian-hormone-test/

https://www.medparkhospital.com/en-US/disease-and-treatment/anti-mullerian-hormone-test

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