Anti-Müllerian Hormone – AMH

Discover the significance of elevated and decreased anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) levels and their connection to fertility and reproductive health. At IntroLab, a leading laboratory in Belgrade, you can measure your AMH levels and obtain reliable results to assess your reproductive status.

What is anti-müllerian hormone?

Anti-müllerian hormone is a hormone produced by the ovaries in women. It regulates the development and growth of ovarian follicles. AMH is commonly used as a marker to evaluate ovarian reserve, which refers to the number of remaining egg cells.

When is anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) measured?

Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) is measured for various reasons and among different groups of people:

• Assessment of women’s fertility: Measuring AMH levels provides information about ovarian reserve and indicates the number of remaining egg cells. It is often used to assess women’s fertility, especially when planning in vitro fertilization (IVF) or other assisted reproductive procedures.
• Early diagnosis of menopause: AMH can be used to predict the onset of menopause in women. Low AMH levels may indicate reduced ovarian reserve and suggest that menopause is approaching.
• Diagnosis and monitoring of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Elevated AMH levels may be associated with PCOS, a condition characterized by numerous cysts on the ovaries and hormonal imbalance. Measuring AMH can help diagnose PCOS and monitor the effects of treatment.
• Monitoring therapy and ovarian tumors: AMH levels can be monitored during therapy for certain ovarian tumors to track the response to treatment and assess disease progression.

Elevated and decreased levels of anti-müllerian hormone

Elevated levels of anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) are typically found in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is characterized by increased hormone production in the ovaries, including AMH. Conversely, low AMH levels may occur in women with reduced ovarian reserve or those approaching menopause. Low AMH levels can indicate a decreased number of remaining egg cells and may signal reduced fertility or the onset of menopause.

AMH levels can vary significantly between individuals. Interpreting AMH test results should be personalized and conducted in consultation with a doctor or reproductive health specialist.