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Ovarian Reserve Markers

Ovarian reserve is a term that is used to determine the capacity of the ovary to provide eggs that are capable of fertilization resulting in a successful pregnancy. Several noninvasive…

Women Who Smoke

Women who smoke experience a one year’s delay to conception. This delay can be greater with more cigarettes smoked daily and for a longer duration of time. Women who smoke…

IVF is a Very Good Treatment for Infertile Women With Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a significant cause of infertility. Until recently surgery was thought best for treating this terrible disease. However, recent studies have shown that surgical removal of endometriosis from the…

“Decreased Ovarian Reserve”: Is there a “best test”?

The American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the professional committee for experts in reproductive endocrinology and infertility medicine, put out a committee opinion this month on testing and interpreting measures…

Anti-Mullerian Hormone as a Marker of Ovarian Reserve

Anti-mullerian hormone (AMH), also known as mullerian inhibiting substance, is a regulatory protein found in the ovary. It is synthesized in the granulosa cells of antral follicles (see drawing below). …

Ovarian Reserve

“Ovarian Reserve” is a term referred by many infertility specialists to describe the size, quality and developmental potential of the eggs remaining in the ovary. As a woman age’s ovarian…

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