Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood
- Fasting: Not specified
- Turnaround: 3-6 business days. May take longer due to weather, holidays, or lab delays.
What This Test Measures
This test measures Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) in your blood, also known as Müllerian-inhibiting hormone, Müllerian Inhibiting Factor, or Müllerian-Inhibiting Substance. AMH is a circulating hormone produced by the testes, and this test reports its level directly from a blood sample.
In males, AMH testing is used to help evaluate gonadal (testicular) function across all ages, to help assess the onset of puberty, and to assist in the differential diagnosis of intersex disorders, cryptorchidism (undescended testes), or anorchidism (absence of testes). This is a single-analyte test, not a broader hormone or endocrine panel.
Benefits
- Provides a direct blood measurement of circulating AMH
- Helps assess male testicular (gonadal) function at any age
- Supports evaluation of pubertal onset in males
- Assists differential diagnosis of intersex disorders
- Assists evaluation of cryptorchidism or anorchidism
- Results delivered online for easy provider review
Who Is This Test For?
- Males whose healthcare provider wants to evaluate gonadal function
- Males being evaluated for the onset of puberty
- Males undergoing differential diagnosis of intersex disorders
- Males being evaluated for cryptorchidism (undescended testes)
- Males being evaluated for anorchidism (absence of testes)
How It Works
- Order Your Test Online
- Visit a Local Lab
- Get Results Online
FAQ
1. What is the purpose of this hormone test?
This test measures Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH), a circulating hormone produced by the testes, using a blood sample. The result can help your healthcare provider evaluate male gonadal (testicular) function, assess the onset of puberty, and assist in the differential diagnosis of intersex disorders, cryptorchidism, or anorchidism. This test measures AMH only, and the result alone does not diagnose any condition.
2. Who would benefit from this test?
This test may be useful for males whose healthcare provider wants to evaluate testicular function, assess pubertal onset, or assist with the differential diagnosis of intersex disorders, cryptorchidism, or anorchidism. It is intended for use in males only, at any age, as determined by a healthcare provider.
3. When should I order this test?
You may consider this test when a healthcare provider wants to evaluate male gonadal function, assess the onset of puberty, or assist in differentiating causes of intersex disorders, cryptorchidism, or anorchidism. This test does not replace a full medical evaluation, and results are best considered alongside your provider's clinical assessment.
4. How does this test differ from other hormone tests?
This test measures AMH specifically, a hormone produced directly by the testes, rather than a stimulating hormone, a hormone-binding protein, or a calculated value. AMH is reported as a direct blood measurement. This test does not measure other hormones and should not be treated as interchangeable with tests for other reproductive or endocrine hormones.
5. Do I need to fast before this test?
No fasting or preparation requirement is specified for this test.
6. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available in 3-6 business days. Results may take longer due to weather, holidays, or lab delays.
7. How do I interpret the results?
Interpretation of your AMH result depends on your age, symptoms, and overall clinical picture, and should be reviewed with a qualified healthcare provider. AMH results are often considered alongside other clinical findings when evaluating male gonadal function. An abnormal result does not automatically confirm a condition, and a normal result does not automatically rule one out.
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.
8. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
If your AMH result falls outside the expected range, review the result with a qualified healthcare provider. Your provider may consider additional evaluation to better understand your gonadal function. This test result alone does not provide a complete clinical conclusion.
9. How often should I get tested?
There is no set testing schedule for AMH. Talk with your healthcare provider about whether and when retesting may be appropriate for your situation.
Pre-test preparation
No specific pre-test preparation instructions are provided for this test.
