Fertility Guide · Ovarian Reserve

Low Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)

Low Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) means your ovarian reserve, or egg quantity, is lower than average for your age. It does not mean you cannot get pregnant.

Understanding Low AMH

Low Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) means your ovarian reserve—your egg quantity—is lower than average for your age.

It does not mean you cannot get pregnant, but it can mean a shorter reproductive window and a harder time responding to fertility drugs.

What Low AMH Means

An AMH result is one part of a fertility assessment. It is most useful when interpreted alongside age, ultrasound findings and your medical history.

01

Quantity, not quality

AMH shows how many eggs you have left, not how healthy they are.

02

Age matters most

A young person with low AMH often has better egg quality than an older person with the same level.

03

IVF response

It predicts how your ovaries will react to stimulation medicines if you do IVF.

Common Causes

Ovarian reserve naturally changes over time, but health history and other factors may also contribute.

01

Ageing

A normal, natural drop over time.

02

Genetics

Family history of early menopause.

03

Surgeries or medical treatments

Past ovarian cyst removal, chemotherapy or radiation.

04

Lifestyle

Cigarette smoking or severe stress.

Treatment & Next Steps

Track ovulation

Watch your cycle closely to time intercourse.

Supplements

Doctors sometimes suggest CoQ10 or Vitamin D to support egg health.

Fertility care

Consider seeing a specialist early if you struggle to conceive. Options include timely timed intercourse, IUI, or IVF.

Have questions about your AMH result and fertility?

Our fertility team can explain your results and help you understand the right next steps for your goals.