Anti-Mullerian Hormone

What this laboratory test evaluates

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) is a hormone made by the granulosa cells of the ovaries. AMH can be used as a direct measurement of the ovarian egg reserves. Clinically AMH can be used to determine the likelihood of the ovarian chance of pregnancy and the likely response to ovarian stimulation with assisted reproductive therapies. Recently, AMH has been evaluated to diagnose polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and monitor PCOS treatments. Elevated levels are common with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Low levels of AMH are seen with poor egg reserves, premature ovarian insufficiency and menopause.

Additional test information

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) is a hormone made by the ovaries. AMH can be used as a direct measurement of the ovarian egg reserves. Clinically, it can be used to determine the likelihood of the ovarian chance of pregnancy and the likely response to ovarian stimulation with assisted reproductive therapies. Recently, AMH has been evaluated to diagnose polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and to help monitor PCOS treatment. Elevated levels are common with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Low levels of AMH are seen with poor egg reserves, premature ovarian insufficiency and menopause.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Bloodspot
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 8-10 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.