What Does AMH Test Really Tell You About Your Fertility?

Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) is one of the most talked-about fertility tests — but it is also one of the most commonly misunderstood. Understanding what AMH can and cannot tell you is essential for making informed decisions about your fertility.

What AMH Measures
AMH is produced by small follicles in your ovaries and reflects your ovarian reserve — essentially, how many eggs remain compared to what is typical for your age. A higher AMH generally suggests a larger pool of eggs, while a lower AMH suggests a smaller pool. This makes AMH useful for understanding trends in ovarian reserve and can help guide decisions about timing, egg freezing, or fertility treatment.

What AMH Does Not Measure
However, AMH does not tell you everything. It does not measure egg quality, which is ultimately more important for pregnancy success. It does not tell you whether you are ovulating now, whether you will conceive naturally, or exactly when you will reach menopause.

Common Misconceptions About AMH
One of the most common misconceptions is that a single low AMH result means infertility. In reality, AMH should always be interpreted in context — alongside age, cycle regularity, ovulation patterns, hormone balance, and overall health. AMH trends over time are also more informative than a one-time reading.

At Rita, we use AMH as part of a comprehensive fertility profile — one piece of the puzzle, not the whole story. We help you understand what your AMH level means in relation to your unique biology and goals, and we provide clear next steps to support egg health and optimize your reproductive timeline.