Hormonal & Sexual Health

AMH

Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)

A glycoprotein hormone produced by ovarian follicles in females and Sertoli cells in males. Primary marker of ovarian reserve and female fertility potential.

Female FertilityOvarian ReserveMale DevelopmentReproductiveDiagnostic

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Hormonal & Sexual Health
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Mechanism of Action

AMH binds to AMHR2 receptors, inhibiting follicle recruitment and modulating FSH sensitivity. In males, it causes regression of Müllerian ducts during fetal development.

Health Claims & Evidence

Marker of ovarian reserve and fertility potential

StrongAMH levels are the gold standard for ovarian reserve assessment

Modulates follicle recruitment

StrongAMH-mediated follicle recruitment inhibition well-established

Diagnostic tool for reproductive conditions

Strongused diagnostically for PCOS, premature ovarian insufficiency, and menopause timing

Short-Term Effects

Diagnostic information about ovarian reserve.

Long-Term Effects

Diagnostic use only.

Side Effects

Blood draw only for diagnostic use.

Contraindications

Not for therapeutic self-administration.

This profile is provided for educational research only. It is not a treatment recommendation or dosing guide. Human evidence, safety information and regulatory status vary by substance. Verify primary sources and consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical decisions.

Research Papers

AMH and ovarian reserve

La Marca et al. · Human Reproduction Update · 2009

Educational research only. This profile is not a treatment recommendation or dosing guide. Human evidence, safety information and regulatory status vary by substance. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical decisions.

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