FSH
The FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) test measures the level of FSH in the blood. It helps assess fertility, reproductive health, and hormonal balance in both men and women. It’s commonly used to evaluate menstrual problems, menopause, and sperm production issues.
The FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) test is a blood test that evaluates the amount of FSH—a hormone produced by the pituitary gland—which plays a key role in the reproductive system of both females and males.
FSH helps control the menstrual cycle in women and supports the production of eggs by the ovaries. In men, FSH stimulates the production of sperm in the testes.
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Why the FSH Test is Done:
In Women:
Investigate irregular menstrual cycles
Diagnose menopause or perimenopause
Evaluate ovarian function or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Assess causes of infertility
In Men:
Evaluate low sperm count (male infertility)
Diagnose issues with testicular function
Check for delayed puberty
In Children:
Identify causes of early or delayed puberty
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Sample Required:
A blood sample from a vein
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Test Preparation:
No fasting required
For women, testing may be done on a specific day of the menstrual cycle as advised by a doctor
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Benefits of the FSH Test:
Aids in diagnosing reproductive hormone imbalances
Helps guide treatment for infertility
Assists in evaluating menstrual disorders
Provides insight into puberty disorders in children
The FSH test is an essential hormone test used to assess fertility, reproductive health, and hormone-related conditions. Its results, especially when combined with other hormone tests like LH, estrogen, testosterone, and TSH, give a complete picture of a person’s reproductive status.