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Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) Test
FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) is a critical component of the reproductive system
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Follicles in the ovaries generate estrogen and progesterone,
which aid in the maintenance of women's menstrual cycles
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The FSH test determines the amount of FSH in your blood
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The Purpose of the FSH Level Test
An FSH test is a simple blood test
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FSH Test for Women
The most prevalent reasons for an FSH test in women are:
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assessing infertility problems
assessing irregular menstrual cycles
diagnosing disorders of the pituitary gland or diseases involving the ovaries

FSH Test for Men
An FSH test may be performed on males to:
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evaluate a low sperm count
assess hypogonadism or gonadal failure
assess testicular dysfunction

FSH Test for Children
An FSH test may be used to assess if a kid is undergoing precocious puberty or early puberty
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This happens when sexual
organs or characteristics do not develop as they should
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You should inform your doctor about any birth control
methods you take, such as the pill, an intrauterine device, or a patch, because they may affect your
test results
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What Happens During the Test
The FSH level test is simple and consists of the following steps:
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A tourniquet will be tied over the location where the blood will be drawn by a healthcare
practitioner
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They'll use an antiseptic to clean and disinfect the area before inserting a needle directly into
your vein
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Within a few minutes, the needle will be removed, and you will be asked to apply pressure to
the location with a cotton ball or tiny cloth
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What Risks Are Associated With the Test
There is always some risk connected with every procedure
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If you are a woman with high FSH levels, this might mean:
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a loss of ovarian function, or ovarian failure
menopause
polycystic ovarian syndrome, which is a condition in which a woman’s hormones are out of
balance, causing ovarian cysts
a chromosomal abnormality, such as Turner’s syndrome that occurs when part or all of one of
a woman’s X chromosomes is missing

A rise in FSH levels may also suggest a decrease in the generation of high-quality eggs and embryos
for fertilization
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Your fertility begins to drop as you get older, and
fewer eggs develop in your ovaries
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To estimate a woman's ovarian reserve, the FSH test may be combined with additional tests that
measure luteinizing hormone, estradiol, and progesterone levels
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A high FSH level indicates that your chances of becoming pregnant are lower than would be expected
for your age
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High FSH Levels in Men
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High FSH levels in children may indicate that puberty is on its way
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