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A systematic review of the association between modifiable lifestyle factors and circulating anti-Müllerian hormone

  • 0Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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February 25, 2024

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February 25, 2024

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Summary

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Lifestyle factors like smoking and oral contraception use significantly impact anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels. Understanding these associations is crucial for interpreting AMH measurements and for clinical counseling regarding ovarian reserve.

Area Of Science

  • Reproductive endocrinology and women's health research.
  • Investigating the influence of lifestyle on reproductive biomarkers.
  • Systematic review of anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) determinants.

Background

  • Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels are influenced by lifestyle factors such as smoking and oral contraception (OC) use.
  • Accurate interpretation of AMH in clinical practice requires understanding factors affecting circulating levels and ovarian reserve.
  • Existing literature lacks a comprehensive synthesis of the relationship between AMH and modifiable lifestyle factors.

Conclusions

  • Lifestyle factors are demonstrably associated with variations in AMH levels, necessitating consideration during AMH interpretation.
  • AMH levels can be modulated by lifestyle behavior changes, offering potential for clinical and lifestyle counseling.
  • Further research is needed to clarify the precise relationship between observed AMH differences and actual ovarian reserve.

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