Description
AMH gives an indication of how many eggs remain in the ovaries. It is a useful piece of information, and a commonly misunderstood one.
What this test measures
Anti-Müllerian hormone.
Who it is for
- Thinking about the timing of starting a family
- Considering egg freezing
- Investigating difficulty conceiving
- A family history of early menopause
- Suspected PCOS, where AMH is often raised
Preparing for your test
Any day of your cycle is fine — AMH is stable throughout, which is one of its practical advantages. No fasting needed.
Worth knowing — please read
AMH indicates egg quantity, not egg quality, and it is a poor predictor of whether you can conceive naturally. Women with low AMH conceive naturally all the time; women with reassuring AMH sometimes do not. Its genuine value is in predicting response to ovarian stimulation in IVF, which is what it was developed for.
Hormonal contraception can lower AMH readings. A single result should not drive a major life decision on its own, which is why it comes with a GP’s interpretation.
What happens next
Once the laboratory reports, a GP registered with the Irish Medical Council reviews your result alongside the information you gave us and explains what it means in plain English. GP review is included in the price — we do not release raw numbers without interpretation.
Important limitations
This is a screening test, not a diagnosis. A result in range does not rule out every cause of a symptom, and a result out of range does not by itself confirm a condition. If you feel unwell, see a doctor in person regardless of what this test shows. This service is not for emergencies — call 112 or 999 if you are seriously unwell.
