Written by William Monroe - January 18, 2023
####Introduction
Menopause is a natural stage of a woman's life that typically occurs in her 40s or 50s. This transition marks the end of her reproductive years and signals changes in hormone levels, such as a decrease in luteinizing hormone (LH). Knowing what level of LH is indicative of menopause can help women make informed decisions about health care and lifestyle.
Luteinizing hormone (LH) is one of two hormones produced by the pituitary gland located at the base of the brain. This hormone plays an important role in the menstrual cycle and its function varies throughout the cycle. During ovulation, LH works together with follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) to stimulate ovulation, promoting egg production and release from an ovary. In postmenopausal women, levels of LH are found to be significantly higher than FSH.
####What Level of LH Indicates Menopause?
A woman's hormonal profile will change as she moves through menopause, and this naturally occurring transition is frequently accompanied by changes in her levels of LH. The specific level at which her LH begins to rise indicates that she has crossed into menopause; this increase is known as the "menopausal surge." The pre-surge level for a woman's LH may range from 0.3 to 10 mIU/ml (milli-international units per milliliter), whereas after menopause it may range from 10 to 75 mIU/ml or even higher depending on age.
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