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GlossaryAntral Follicle Count (AFC)

measure of small ovarian follicles to assess fertility potential

Antral Follicle Count (AFC) is a measure of the number of small follicles within the ovaries, typically assessed via transvaginal ultrasound. These follicles are in an early stage of development and their count is used to estimate a woman's ovarian reserve, which can be important for fertility assessments and treatments.

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research The Relationship Between Serum Levels of Anti-Mullerian Hormone and Body Mass Index in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

1 citations , January 2020

AMH levels in adolescents with PCOS are not affected by their weight.

The Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Normal Population According to the Rotterdam Criteria Versus Revised Criteria Including Anti-Mullerian Hormone

research The Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Normal Population According to the Rotterdam Criteria Versus Revised Criteria Including Anti-Mullerian Hormone

221 citations , January 2014 in “Human Reproduction”

Adding anti-Müllerian hormone to PCOS criteria lowers the number of women diagnosed.

research Androgen Receptor CAG Repeat Length Is Associated With Ovarian Reserve But Not With Ovarian Response

7 citations , July 2014 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online”

The length of CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene is linked to ovarian reserve but does not affect how the ovaries respond to stimulation.

research Evaluation of Ovarian Reserve and Function in Female Patients Treated with Oral Isotretinoin for Severe Acne: An Exploratory Study

13 citations , March 2014 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology”

Oral isotretinoin for severe acne can change hormone levels but does not significantly affect ovarian function.

research Alterations in Scalp Microorganisms After Er:YAG Laser Treatment for Shanghai Androgenetic Alopecia Patients

May 2025 in “Lasers in Medical Science”

Er: YAG laser treatment can help balance scalp bacteria in hair loss patients.

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