Overview

Fertility issues among men & women of reproductive age are rising primarily because of age, physical problems, hormone problems, and lifestyle or environmental factors.

A recent study indicates that around 27.5 million couples (i.e., 1 in 6) in India suffer from fertility issues.

However, fertility can be improved. All you need is to take all the preventive measures to keep your fertility and overall health in a good shape. One of the possible things you can do to improve your fertility and increase your chances of having a healthy pregnancy is to get your fertility tested.

A Luteinizing hormone (LH) test is often recommended:

• For women struggling to conceive
• Experiencing irregular or heavy periods. 
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) / PCOD is another common reason for LH testing.
• To help find the cause of infertility
• To help identify when ovulation occurs.

Keeping tabs on your LH levels, you can better understand your overall health and identify potential roadblocks to conception.

Timely screening can help you avoid serious health problems, and the Redcliffe Labs Luteinizing Hormone (LH) test can help you keep track of your health in the best way possible.

Redcliffe Labs offers a one-stop solution for all your diagnostic needs. So, book a test now, as your one decision can significantly impact your fertility and lead to a healthy pregnancy and baby.

Why is the LH test important?

Luteinizing hormone (LH) is a vital chemical in the body responsible for processing the reproductive system, specifically, a woman's ovaries and a man's testes. LH also helps process the reproductive hormones needed to support ovulation and pregnancy.

So, if you're having fertility issues, it's better you get your LH blood test done. The luteinizing hormone levels in your blood describe your fertility health. 

The LH test is recommended for both males and females. 

A female reproductive system is a complicated structure involving many processes and reproductive hormones. Infertility in women is among the common issues of women of reproductive age. 

Therefore, you are required to get your fertility checked if:

• You're having trouble conceiving
• To confirm the state of menopause (a time when a woman no longer produces eggs and thus cannot become pregnant naturally)
• You have irregular periods
• Heavy periods
• stopped menstrual periods
• To determine the cause of infertility

For Males

Infertility is not only a woman's issue but also a man's. According to recent report by WHO on the status of infertility in India, of all infertility cases, approximately 50% are due to male factor infertility. This is because reproductive anomalies in males can cause difficulty conceiving. 

• Low sex drive
• Low testosterone levels
• If you have a low sperm count
• To find the cause of infertility
• You have low muscle mass

As the pea-sized structure in your brain, the pituitary gland secretes the Luteinizing hormone (LH), any disorder with the gland may also require LH testing. If you have pituitary disorders, you may experience the following signs -

• Fatigue
• Body weakness
• Weight loss,
• Low appetite.

Essential tips to Maintain Healthy Fertility:

Trying to maintain a healthy body & fertility can be challenging, but there are things you can do to help improve your chances. One thing you can do is focus on improving your overall health. This will enhance your fertility and lead to a healthier pregnancy and baby. Despite this, you can consider -

• Eating fresh fruits and vegetables
• Getting healthy fats and plant-based proteins
• Avoiding excessive consumption of alcohol & tobacco
• Taking enough sleep
• Avoid excessive exposure to heat & harmful chemicals
• Do regular exercise & meditation.

Test Details

What does the Luteinizing hormone (LH) test result mean?

• Women with high LH levels indicate ovulation problems, a sign of menopause, PCOS, or hormonal imbalance
• Women with low LH levels generally indicate a problem with the pituitary gland, malnutrition, or an eating disorder
• High LH level in men is usually a sign of damaged testicles or a genetic disorder such as Klinefelter's syndrome
• Low LH levels in men mean you have a disorder of the pituitary gland

You are required to get a consultation with your doctor to discuss your fertility problems and LH hormone test result.

Your Fertility Health is Important

Reproductive health is essential for psychological well-being as well as physical health. It is crucial for safe sexual reproduction, which can be defined as the natural process of producing offspring. 

Therefore, always get your fertility tested to ensure you can conceive as and when you plan your family.