If you’re a woman who has tried to conceive for long after even being told that “everything” is OK including your sexual partner but you have failed then you need to do this test to ascertain if you have any viable egg(s) remaining in your ovary.
An AMH test, or Anti-Müllerian Hormone test, is a blood test used to assess a woman’s ovarian reserve, which is the number of eggs remaining in the ovaries. It helps evaluate fertility potential and can be useful in predicting the onset of menopause, diagnosing conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and guiding fertility treatments.
WHAT DOES AMH MEASURE?
The AMH test measures the level of Anti-Müllerian Hormone in the blood. AMH is produced by the follicles in the ovaries, which contain the eggs.
WHY IT’S USED.
Ovarian reserve: It’s a good indicator of how many eggs a woman has left, though it doesn’t guarantee pregnancy or tell how many viable eggs remain.
Fertility potential: Higher AMH levels generally suggest a larger ovarian reserve and potentially better fertility potential.
Predicting menopause: AMH levels decline with age and can help predict the time of menopause.
PCOS diagnosis: High AMH levels can be associated with PCOS.
Assisted reproductive technology (ART): AMH levels can help determine the appropriate dosage of fertility medications during IVF and other ART procedures.
WHEN IS IT DONE?
The AMH test can be done at any point during the menstrual cycle and doesn’t require fasting.
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER DOING AMH TEST?
Women concerned about their fertility.
Those undergoing fertility treatments like IVF.
Women experiencing irregular periods or other symptoms that might suggest PCOS.
Those nearing menopause.
AMH levels can be affected by hormonal birth control. It’s recommended to wait until your cycle is back to normal before testing after stopping birth control.
AMH testing cannot guarantee pregnancy or tell you exactly how many viable eggs you have.
AMH levels can vary between individuals and may not be the same for women of the same age.
Know your health and stay safe