Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)

Fertility can feel like a puzzle, especially for many women who worry about their age and fertility when planning for a family. If you are one of those women looking to prepare for conceiving, an AMH test is the key piece to your puzzle.At Mito Health, we offer the anti-Mullerian hormone test, a simple yet powerful blood test that can provide essential information about your ovarian reserve, diagnosing PCOS, and your risks for ovarian cancer.

What is Anti-Mullerian Hormone? 

Anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) is produced by cells in a woman's ovaries, where immature eggs grow inside small sacs called follicles. A blood test measures AMH levels to estimate how many eggs are left in the ovaries. While both men and women produce AMH, this test focuses on a woman's reproductive health and considers her age. Doctors use AMH levels to understand how a woman's ovaries might respond to fertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF). AMH is also essential for diagnosing and managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). In addition, checking AMH levels can help in monitoring ovarian cancer. It allows doctors to see how treatments work and detect if the cancer has returned.

Reasons to Measure AMH Levels: Fertility, Hormone Health & Ovarian Reserve

Thinking of getting an AMH test soon? Here are some of the reasons why you might consider taking an anti-Mullerian hormone test:

• Measure your ovarian reserve: If you plan to have children, your AMH levels help determine the estimated number of remaining eggs. The test also predicts potential egg retrieval outcomes if you’re considering freezing your eggs.

• Evaluating your fertility potential: The AMH test does not determine your ability to conceive but provides insight into how your body may respond to fertility treatments.

• Diagnosing PCOS: Women with PCOS often have elevated AMH levels due to an increased number of small follicles in the ovaries.

• Assessing your menopausal status: Ovarian reserve declines with age. Lower AMH levels indicate the approach needed when you’re in the menopause stage.

• Identifying causes of your infertility: For those struggling to conceive, AMH testing can help determine if a diminished ovarian reserve is a factor for infertility or a risk for ovarian cancer.

Anti-Mullerian Hormone Test Results Explained​

Let’s say you’ve already done your AMH test, and you’re wondering what you should expect in your anti-Mullerian hormone test results. Depending on your age, the anti-mullerian hormone’s normal level can vary. Levels between 1.0 ng/mL and 3.0 ng/mL are often considered average for women of reproductive age and suggest a good ovarian reserve.If you see a number under 1.0 ng/mL, you have a low anti-Mullerian hormone level, indicating fewer eggs remaining in your ovaries. Having a low AMH level doesn't necessarily mean you can't get pregnant, but it might indicate that you have a shorter window of opportunity to conceive or a lower response to fertility treatments. Levels below 0.4 ng/mL are considered severely low.On the other hand, a high anti-Mullerian hormone level above 3.0 ng/mL indicates a larger ovarian reserve. While a higher AMH level might suggest you have a good ovarian reserve, very high levels can indicate PCOS.

What Does an AMH Lab Test Tell You?

A blood test for AMH helps with:

• Assessing egg reserve and fertility planning

• Diagnosing hormone imbalances and PCOS

• Understanding hormone levels by age‍

• Monitoring ovarian cancer risks in some cases

• Supporting women approaching menopause

What to Expect In Your AMH Test with Mito Health

1. Easy access to blood test booking: Join Mito Health and select the Flagship Longevity Health Screening. You have access to the anti-Mullerian hormone test directly from your dashboard.2. Schedule a visit at a lab near you: An anti-Mullerian hormone test from Mito Health is available at over 2,000+ LabCorp locations across the US and BioReference labs in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island.3. Get your blood drawn: A simple blood draw allows testing and analyzing the results in a lab.4. Receive your results: Your personalized report will be available on your Mito Health Dashboard within a few days. ‍5. Get 1-on-1 coaching: Our top doctors will provide you with a health optimization plan based on the results of your blood work, lifestyle, and family history. You’ll get treatments and other health recommendations on dietary changes, exercise routines, sleep habits, and supplements.