FSH (Follicular Stimulating Hormone)

The Follicular Stimulating Hormone (FSH) indicates levels that determine if you’re approaching or have gone through menopause.
FSH is often used in conjunction with other tests (LH, testosterone, estradiol, and progesterone) in the workup of infertility in both men and women. FSH levels are used to help determine the reason a man has a low sperm count. FSH levels are also useful in the investigation of menstrual irregularities and to aid in the diagnosis of pituitary disorders or diseases involving the ovaries or testes.


Why Do I Need It?:
To evaluate your pituitary function, especially as it relates to fertility issues, gonadal failure, maturation concerns, or pituitary tumors.


Other Relevant Tests:
Customers interested in FSH often also choose Total estrogens, Estradiol, LH, Testosterone, Progesterone


Test Details:
Normal Range: Male 1.6-8.0 mIU/ml

High Results Indicate:
Increased levels of FSH and LH are consistent with primary ovarian failure.


Low Results Indicate:
Low levels of FSH and LH are consistent with secondary ovarian failure due to a pituitary or hypothalamic problem.
Low FSH serum levels have been associated with increased risk of ovarian cancer.