Myths vs facts: Hormoncheck Frauen and Fruchtbarkeit

Hormone checks for women are often marketed as a simple fertility diagnostic. Myth: A single test can reveal all fertility issues. Fact: Hormone levels like AMH, FSH, LH, estradiol, and progesterone provide clues but are only a snapshot. AMH is frequently promoted as 'ovarian reserve,' yet it does not directly predict current fertility or pregnancy chance. Many direct-to-consumer tests report values without cycle timing, leading to misinterpretation. Myth: 'Balancing hormones' with supplements is always necessary. Fact: Supplementation is only indicated for confirmed deficiencies (e.g., vitamin D, magnesium) or specific genetic variants (e.g., MTHFR) – based on blood work, not DNA tests alone. Evidence for many 'hormone balance' products is weak. A hormone check can be part of a comprehensive fertility workup but does not replace medical evaluation including cycle monitoring and imaging. Be cautious of overblown claims: fertility is multifactorial (age, lifestyle, partner factors).