Is it helpful to check the six hormone levels when having difficulty conceiving?

Infertility usually refers to the inability to conceive, and testing the six hormone levels is generally helpful in determining the underlying cause. The specific analysis is as follows:

The "six hormone tests" typically refer to sex hormone panel or reproductive hormone panel testing, which are routine examinations of the female reproductive system. These tests help evaluate endocrine function and diagnose diseases related to hormonal imbalances. When investigating infertility, checking the six hormone levels can clarify whether prolactin levels are within the normal range. If prolactin exceeds 1.0 nmol/L, it may suppress ovarian function and inhibit ovulation, leading to infertility. Additionally, low estrogen levels may result in immature follicles and consequently cause infertility. Therefore, conducting the six hormone tests after the onset of infertility helps rule out endocrine disorders as a cause and is valuable in identifying the underlying etiology.

If hormonal imbalances are ruled out through the six hormone tests, patients are advised to undergo further evaluation under the guidance of an obstetrician-gynecologist, including pelvic ultrasound to assess the uterus and adnexa, as well as tubal patency tests such as hysterosalpingeal insufflation or hysterosalpingography, to exclude organic abnormalities of the uterus or ovaries as potential causes of infertility.