Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: No fasting is required. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
- Turnaround: 3-7 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)
Estradiol (E2)
Estradiol: The primary form of estrogen during the reproductive years, produced mainly by the ovaries and in smaller amounts by the testes and other tissues. Helps regulate reproductive function, menstrual cycles, and bone health.
Lab Note: Biomarkers tested may vary slightly between labs. Check the sample report for details.
Benefits
- Measures key reproductive hormones in one convenient blood draw.
- Provides information about your ovarian reserve through AMH.
- Includes FSH and LH, hormones tied to the menstrual cycle and ovulation.
- Includes estradiol, which reflects hormone activity across your cycle.
- Gives you hormone data to review with your healthcare provider.
Who Is This Test For?
- Women who are having trouble getting pregnant.
- Women considering assisted reproductive technologies such as in vitro fertilization (IVF).
- Women who want to learn more about their ovarian reserve.
- Women who want a closer look at their reproductive hormone levels.
How It Works
- Order Your Test Online
- Visit a Local Lab
- Get Results Online
FAQ
1. Do I need to fast or prepare for this test?
Good news: you can eat and drink as usual, because no fasting is required. The one step to plan for is biotin. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
2. How quickly will I get results?
Expect results in 3-7 business days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
3. What can my results tell me?
Together, these hormones give a snapshot of how your reproductive system is functioning. Pituitary signals (FSH and LH) are paired with ovarian-related markers (AMH and estradiol), so you see both the messages being sent and the ovarian side of the picture. That combination can support conversations about ovarian reserve, cycle-related hormone activity, and fertility planning with your provider.
4. How do the tests in this panel differ from one another?
Each hormone comes from a different source and answers a different question. FSH and LH are produced by the pituitary gland, with FSH supporting follicle growth and LH tied to ovulation timing. AMH comes from ovarian follicles and serves as a marker of ovarian reserve, with a female-specific AMH listing also included. Estradiol is made primarily in the ovaries and changes throughout the cycle. All are directly measured, and no calculated values or ratios are listed.
5. How do I interpret the results?
Think in patterns rather than single numbers. Each hormone reflects something different, so values are not expected to all move in the same direction, and one result on its own rarely tells the whole story. Estradiol, for example, naturally shifts through the menstrual cycle, so context matters. Symptoms, medical history, medications, and the specific lab used all shape what your numbers mean, which makes a conversation with a qualified healthcare provider valuable.
Disclaimer: Reference ranges may vary by laboratory. Listed ranges are general guidelines and may differ from those used by the performing lab. Always consult your healthcare provider for interpretation.
6. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
Start by sharing your report with a qualified healthcare provider. One out-of-range value does not automatically point to a problem or call for treatment, and patterns across several results often need clinical interpretation. Your provider can explain what your numbers mean for you and whether any further evaluation makes sense. Keep taking any prescribed medication unless your provider tells you otherwise.
Pre-test preparation
No fasting is required. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours before specimen collection.
