LabwiseLHmIU/mL
LH is a pituitary hormone that triggers ovulation and drives testosterone production.
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What LH measures
LH is a pituitary hormone that triggers ovulation and drives testosterone production.
If your LH is low
LH below the range is commonly associated with hormonal contraception, pituitary factors or low body weight.
Commonly associated with
- Hormonal contraception
- Pituitary function
- Low body weight
If your LH is high
LH above the range is expected around ovulation and menopause, and is commonly associated with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Commonly associated with
- Ovulation surge
- Menopause
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
Typical reference range
| Group | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Men | 1.7 – 8.6 mIU/mL |
Typical adult values used by many US labs. Your own report prints the range your lab validated for its method, and that range is the one that counts. Labwise always uses the printed range first.
If it is within range
Your LH is within the range printed by your lab.
Also listed as
Luteinizing Hormone, LH, Serum, Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Related tests
This page is general information about what a laboratory test measures and what results outside a reference range are commonly associated with. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose any condition and does not replace your clinician. Discuss your results with your healthcare provider.