AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) is the most reliable marker of how many eggs you have left. One blood test — taken on any day of your cycle — tells you your ovarian reserve, helps diagnose PCOS, and guides fertility planning. At Mascot Healthcare, Akoka.
These are the symptoms and situations that indicate this test is the right next step.
If you're in your 30s and thinking about future pregnancy — or considering egg freezing — an AMH test gives you a clear picture of your remaining egg supply.
Fertility assessmentIf you've been trying for 6+ months, AMH combined with a pelvic scan gives the most complete fertility picture.
TTC investigationElevated AMH is a hallmark of PCOS. If you have irregular periods and polycystic-looking ovaries on scan, AMH confirms and grades the hormonal picture.
PCOS diagnosticAfter cyst removal, oophorectomy, or endometrioma treatment, AMH monitors how much reserve remains.
Post-surgery monitoringFertility clinics require an AMH result to tailor ovarian stimulation doses. A low AMH means lower doses; high AMH means careful protocol to avoid hyperstimulation.
IVF preparationIf your periods are becoming irregular in your late 30s or early 40s, AMH identifies premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) early.
POI screeningUnderstanding what each component of the test measures helps you understand your results.
AMH reflects the total pool of antral follicles (small resting follicles) in both ovaries — representing your remaining egg supply. It naturally declines with age.
AMH is produced by granulosa cells of multiple small follicles — in PCOS, the large number of follicles produces very high AMH levels (often >4.0 ng/mL).
As the egg pool depletes approaching menopause, AMH falls to undetectable levels. Low AMH in a woman under 40 suggests premature ovarian insufficiency.
Low AMH predicts poor response to ovarian stimulation (fewer eggs retrieved); very high AMH predicts high response and OHSS risk. Both need tailored IVF protocols.
| Age | Low reserve | Normal range | PCOS range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25–30 years | <1.0 ng/mL | 1.5–4.0 ng/mL | >4.0 ng/mL |
| 31–35 years | <0.8 ng/mL | 1.0–3.5 ng/mL | >4.0 ng/mL |
| 36–40 years | <0.5 ng/mL | 0.5–2.5 ng/mL | >4.0 ng/mL |
| Over 41 | <0.2 ng/mL | 0.1–1.0 ng/mL | Less common at this age |
Unlike FSH, AMH does not vary significantly across the menstrual cycle — test any day, including during menstruation.
The pill, implant, or Depo-Provera temporarily suppresses AMH. Tell our doctor if you are on hormonal contraception so results can be interpreted correctly.
Eat and drink normally. No preparation required beyond informing us of current medications.
Come to 52 Sholanke Street, Akoka, Mon–Sat, 9AM–5PM. Consultations and scans by appointment; lab tests walk-in.
AMH is powerful but must be interpreted in context. We do not give a number without explanation.
At Mascot Healthcare, your AMH result is discussed alongside your age, menstrual history, antral follicle count from pelvic scan, and your fertility goals — to give you a complete, actionable picture rather than just a number.
Any cycle day. Results within 6–12 hours. Book an appointment at Mascot Healthcare, Akoka.