FSH Test
Formal name: Follicle-stimulating hormone
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To evaluate the function of your pituitary gland, which regulates the hormones that control your reproductive system
When to Get Tested?
If you are having difficulty getting pregnant or are having irregular menstrual periods or if your doctor thinks that you have symptoms of a pituitary or hypothalamic disorder
Sample Required?
A blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
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