Low Ovarian Reserve (Low AMH)
What is the AMH Test?
AMH (Anti Müllerian Hormone) is a blood test that gives information about ovarian capacity. AMH, which begins to be secreted at the embryonic level in the mother's womb, continues to be secreted by decreasing until the end of menopause. Measuring the AMH level below normal values is a sign that menopause is approaching, while measuring the level above normal can also be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome. However, the ovarian reserve must be evaluated and the data must be confirmed by ultrasonography examination.• Does not require menstruation, can be done on any day of the cycle
• Birth control pills and other drugs used before do not affect the result,
• The ability to donate blood on a full stomach makes the AMH test advantageous.
What are the Causes of Low Egg Reserve?
The most important factor among the causes of low ovarian reserve is the age of the woman. As age increases, the reserve decreases. Especially after the age of 35, while the number and quality of follicles decrease rapidly, the number of eggs in women with a family history of early menopause has the potential to decrease at a young age. Regular menstruation every month does not indicate good ovarian reserve. A long period of regular menstruation can be seen with a small number of eggs. Other factors causing reserve shortage:• Past surgical operations on the ovaries
• Chocolate cysts (endometriosis)
• Smoking and alcohol consumption
• Obesity
• Chemotherapy and radiotherapy
• Turner syndrome
