Clinical trial No longer in our active list Observational Ages 15 to 34 Women only

Analyzing AMH levels in women with functional hypothalamic amenorrhea

Official title: AMH May Not be a Good Index of Ovarian Reserve in Patients With Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

Run by Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · NCT05921877 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study is trying to see how levels of a hormone called AMH change in young women who have been dealing with a condition that stops their periods for over two years.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages15 Years to 34 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorFondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rome)
Trial IDNCT05921877 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 15-34 with a diagnosis of functional hypothalamic amenorrhea lasting at least two years.

Probably not a fit

Patients with conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome or those on oral contraceptives in the previous three months may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to analyze Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) levels in women aged 15-34 who have been diagnosed with functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA) for more than two years. The study hypothesizes that prolonged FHA may resemble primary hypogonadotropic hypogonadism due to a sustained interruption of gonadotropin release. After the resumption of the menstrual cycle, AMH levels will be reanalyzed to determine if they are higher, potentially challenging the notion that AMH is a reliable indicator of ovarian reserve in these patients. Participants will undergo venous sampling for AMH level assessment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the reliability of AMH as a marker for ovarian reserve in women with functional hypothalamic amenorrhea.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is based on previous studies, the specific analysis of AMH levels in prolonged FHA is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Women aged 15-34 years.
* Diagnosis of functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (for at least 2 years).
* Signature of informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Polycystic ovary syndrome
* Taking oral contraceptives in the previous three months
* Other clinically relevant endocrinopathies
* positive MAP-test (Medroxyprogesterone acetate test)
* Estroprogestin replacement therapy
* Autoimmune disorders
* Failure to sign informed consent

Where it's running

  • Rosanna Apa
    Rome, Italy
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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