Description

Understanding the Ovarian Reserve Test

The Basic Benefits ovarian reserve test measures the level of anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) in the blood. In women, AMH is produced by small follicles in the ovaries and provides an indicator of ovarian reserve and the estimated number of eggs remaining.

Included: 1 ovarian reserve test kit and a pre-addressed, postage-paid return envelope

What Is the At-Home Ovarian Reserve Test Used For?

An ovarian reserve test is commonly used to measure AMH, a hormone that correlates with a woman’s ability to produce eggs that can be fertilized for pregnancy. During a woman’s reproductive years, the ovaries produce thousands of eggs, but this number naturally declines with age. AMH levels help assess remaining egg supply and overall ovarian reserve.

Unlike many other fertility hormones, AMH levels remain relatively stable throughout the menstrual cycle. This means testing can be done at any time of the month. AMH testing is used to help assess:

• Ovarian reserve (egg supply)
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Fertility potential
• Expected response to fertility treatments

Why Is the At-Home Ovarian Reserve Test Important?

You may benefit from an ovarian reserve test if you are having difficulty getting pregnant. Healthcare providers may also use this test to help predict how well you may respond to fertility treatments, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Test Preparation Requirements

Your healthcare provider may advise you to temporarily stop taking certain medications that could affect test results. These may include:

• Birth control pills
• Antibiotics such as ampicillin or tetracycline
• Corticosteroids
• DHEA
• Estrogen
• Medications used to manage certain mental health conditions (such as phenothiazines)
• Testosterone

Do not stop or change any medications without first consulting your healthcare provider.

Understanding Your Results

If you are trying to get pregnant, your results can help estimate your chances of conceiving and guide decisions about timing and fertility planning.

High AMH levels may be seen in:

• Women with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)
• Younger women with a good ovarian reserve
• Certain types of ovarian tumors
• Some cases of ovarian dysfunction

Low AMH levels may be associated with:

• Advanced reproductive age
• Diminished ovarian reserve
• Previous ovarian surgery or ovarian damage
• Certain genetic conditions affecting the ovaries
• Early menopause or perimenopause

If you have questions about your results, consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.