Gynecology, Obstetrics and In Vitro Fertilization Specialist Op. Dr. Seval Taşdemir explained to you the importance of anti-Müllerian hormone in reproductive health (AMH).
Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) is a type of glycoprotein found in both men and women. This is where the name of this hormone, which enables gender differentiation, comes from. It is secreted from follicles of 6 mm and smaller size located in the ovaries of women. This hormone, which begins to be secreted in the womb, continues to be secreted until the end of menopause. Although it is present in the body after menopause, it is at an immeasurably low level.
What is the AMH test used for?
The main purpose of the AMH test is to improve fertility in women. is to be evaluated. Apart from this, AMH testing for people with polycystic ovary syndrome provides information about the function of the ovaries. It is used to measure testicular and reproductive functions in men, babies and children. AMH test alone is not enough to evaluate whether a couple can have a child naturally. It is performed together with FSH and E2 tests to obtain healthier results.
What happens if the AMH level is low?
If the hormone is low as a result of the AMH test, it shows that the number and quality of eggs in women are low. This means that fertility in women decreases. Women with low AMH results do not need to be pessimistic, but they should use the time they have wisely. In women younger than 38 years of age, the AMH value should be 2.0 to 6.8 ng/ml. AMH level is considered very low if it is lower than 0.5, low if it is lower than 1.0, normal if it is between 2.0 and 6.8, and high if it is higher than 6.8. AMH levels are especially high in people with polycystic ovaries because they have more egg cells. In low ovarian reserve, the AMH limit is 1.0.
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