Journal of Capital Medical University ›› 2016, Vol. 37 ›› Issue (4): 444-448.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1006-7795.2016.04.006

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Analysis of serum anti-Müllerian hormone levels in the main phenotypes of polycystic ovary syndrome

Wang Lijuan1, Ruan Xiangyan1, Cui Yamei1, Zhao Yue1, Du Juan1, Li Yanglu1, Yi Yingchun1,2, Alfred O. Mueck1,3   

  1. 1. Department of Gynecological Endocrinology, Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100026, China;
    2. Department of Reproductive Health, Jiangxi Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Nanchang 330008, China;
    3. Section of Endocrinology and Menopause, Department of Women's Health, University of Tubingen, Tubingen D-72076, Germany
  • Received:2016-06-15 Online:2016-08-21 Published:2016-07-18
  • Supported by:
    This study was supported by Natural Science Foundation of Beijing(Y161011);Beijing Municipality Health Technology High-level Talent(2014-2-016);Project of Discipline Leader,Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital,Capital Medical University,Beijing Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital(2013-1).

Abstract: Objective To analyze the serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels, endocrine and metabolic characteristics in the main phenotypes of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) groups and the controls, and evaluate the correlation between the AMH and these indicators. Methods A total of 174 PCOS cases were divided into four groups according to Rotterdam criteria and NIH recommendations, as follows:Group 1[polycystic ovary morphology (PCO) +oligo-anovulation (OA) +hyperandrogenism (HA)], Group 2 (PCO+OA), Group 3 (PCO+HA) and Group 4 (OA+HA). AMH, endocrine and metabolic levels were measured in serum. Results Serum anti-müllerian hormone levels:Group 1 (8.54±2.40) ng/mL > Group 2 (6.95±1.96) ng/mL > Group 3 (5.64±1.79) ng/mL > Group 4 (4.36±1.74) ng/mL > Controls (2.55±1.15) ng/mL. Conclusion AMH levels were higher in PCOS cases than in controls, with differences comparing the phenotypes. AMH levels correlate best with PCO. AMH has a positive correlation with the testosterone (T), number of follicles 2-9 mm and ovarian volume, has a negative correlation with estradiol (E2).

Key words: polycystic ovary syndrome, phenotype, anti-Müllerian hormone, polycystic ovary morphology

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