Hormones. Normal Values
It's important to note that these are just general guidelines. The actual normal values may vary depending on the laboratory that performs the test. If you have concerns about your hormone levels, talk to your doctor. They can help you interpret your results and determine if further testing or treatment is necessary.
The normal value of FSH hormone (follicle-stimulating hormone) varies by age and sex. Here are the normal FSH levels:
Adult female:
1-Follicular phase: 1.4–9.9 IU/L
2-Ovulatory peak: 6.2–17.2 IU/L
3-Luteal phase: 1.1–9.2 IU/L
4-Menopausal female: 25.8–134.8 IU/L
High levels of FSH can be a sign of premature ovarian failure, which is when the ovaries stop producing eggs prematurely. Low levels of FSH can be a sign of hypogonadism, which is a condition where the body doesn't produce enough sex hormones.
The normal value of LH hormone (luteinizing hormone) varies by age and sex. Here are the normal LH levels:
1-Women, follicular phase of menstrual cycle: 1.68–15 IU/mL
2-Women, midcycle peak: 21.9–56.6 IU/mL
3-Women, luteal phase: 0.61–16.3 IU/mL
4-Women, postmenopausal: 14.2–52.3 IU/mL
High levels of LH can be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition that affects women's hormones and can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other health problems. Low levels of LH can be a sign of hypogonadism, a condition where the body doesn't produce enough sex hormones.
Here are some of the factors that can affect LH levels:
-Age: LH levels tend to be higher in children and adolescents than in adults.
-Sex: LH levels are higher in men than in women.
-Menstrual cycle: LH levels peak in the middle of the menstrual cycle, just before ovulation.
-Pregnancy: LH levels are very low during pregnancy.
-Menopause: LH levels rise after menopause.
-Certain medications: Some medications, such as steroids, can affect LH levels.
-Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as PCOS and hypogonadism, can also affect LH levels.
Stradiol is a type of estrogen, a female sex hormone. The normal value of estradiol (estradiol) hormone varies by age and sex. Here are the normal estradiol levels:
a) Premenopausal women:
1-Follicular phase: 20-350 pg/mL
2-Midcycle peak: 150-750 pg/mL
3-Luteal phase: 30-450 pg/mL
4-Postmenopausal women: 0-55 pg/mL
High levels of estradiol can be a sign of conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and uterine fibroids. Low levels of estradiol can be a sign of conditions such as menopause, hypogonadism, and ovarian failure.
Here are some of the factors that can affect estradiol levels:
-Age: Estradiol levels tend to be higher in younger women than in older women.
-Sex: Estradiol levels are higher in women than in men.
-Menstrual cycle: Estradiol levels peak in the middle of the menstrual cycle, just before ovulation.
-Pregnancy: Estradiol levels are very high during pregnancy.
-Menopause: Estradiol levels fall after menopause.
-Certain medications: Some medications, such as birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy, can affect estradiol levels.
-Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as PCOS and ovarian cancer, can also affect estradiol levels.
The normal value of progesterone varies depending on the stage of the menstrual cycle or pregnancy. Here are the normal progesterone levels by stage:
1-Premenstrual phase: 0.1 to 0.7 ng/mL
2-Luteal phase: 2 to 25 ng/mL
3-First trimester of pregnancy: 10 to 44 ng/mL
4-Second trimester of pregnancy: 19.5 to 82.5 ng/mL
5-Third trimester of pregnancy: 65 to 290 ng/mL
6-Postmenopausal: 0.2 ng/mL or under
High levels of progesterone can be a sign of conditions such as pregnancy, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and ovarian cancer. Low levels of progesterone can be a sign of conditions such as infertility, miscarriage, and premature labor.
Here are some of the factors that can affect progesterone levels:
-Age: Progesterone levels tend to be higher in younger women than in older women.
-Sex: Progesterone levels are higher in women than in men.
-Menstrual cycle: Progesterone levels peak in the middle of the menstrual cycle, just after ovulation.
-Pregnancy: Progesterone levels are very high during pregnancy.
-Menopause: Progesterone levels fall after menopause.
-Certain medications: Some medications, such as birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy, can affect progesterone levels.
-Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as PCOS and ovarian cancer, can also affect progesterone levels.
The normal value of anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) varies by age and sex. Here are the normal AMH levels:
Females:
1-Before puberty: 0.1 to 1 ng/mL
2-Early follicular phase: 1 to 2 ng/mL
3-Mid-follicular phase: 2 to 3 ng/mL
4-Late follicular phase: 3 to 4 ng/mL
5-Luteal phase: 2 to 3 ng/mL
5-Postmenopausal: 0.1 to 0.5 ng/mL
AMH is a hormone produced by the ovaries. It helps to regulate the growth and development of the ovaries and follicles. AMH levels are typically high in women before puberty and during the early follicular phase of the menstrual cycle. AMH levels then decline as women age and approach menopause.
High levels of AMH can be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Low levels of AMH can be a sign of premature ovarian failure.
Here are some of the factors that can affect AMH levels:
-Age: AMH levels tend to be higher in younger women than in older women.
-Sex: AMH levels are higher in women than in men.
-Menstrual cycle: AMH levels are typically higher in the early follicular phase of the menstrual cycle than in the late follicular phase or luteal phase.
-Pregnancy: AMH levels are very low during pregnancy.
-Menopause: AMH levels fall after menopause.
-Certain medications: Some medications, such as clomiphene citrate, can affect AMH levels.
-Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as PCOS and premature ovarian failure, can also affect AMH levels.
The normal value of prolactin varies by sex and whether or not the person is pregnant. Here are the normal prolactin levels:
1-Non-pregnant women: 4–23 ng/mL
2-Pregnant women: 80–400 ng/mL
High levels of prolactin can be a sign of a condition called prolactinoma, which is a benign tumor of the pituitary gland. Prolactinoma can cause a variety of symptoms, including amenorrhea (absence of menstrual periods), infertility, galactorrhea (milk production in non-nursing women), and sexual dysfunction.
Low levels of prolactin can be a sign of a condition called hypogonadism, which is a condition where the body doesn't produce enough sex hormones. Hypogonadism can cause a variety of symptoms, including infertility, decreased sex drive, and fatigue.
Here are some of the factors that can affect prolactin levels:
-Age: Prolactin levels tend to be higher in younger people than in older people.
-Sex: Prolactin levels are higher in women than in men.
-Pregnancy: Prolactin levels are very high during pregnancy.
-Menopause: Prolactin levels fall after menopause.
-Certain medications: Some medications, such as antipsychotics and antidepressants, can affect prolactin levels.
-Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as prolactinoma and hypothyroidism, can also affect prolactin levels.