Anti-müllerian hormone and Sertoli cell function

Horm Res. 1992:38 Suppl 2:72-6. doi: 10.1159/000182602.

Abstract

Anti-müllerian hormone (AMH) is a glycoprotein that is produced by immature Sertoli cells and is responsible for the regression of müllerian ducts in male fetuses. It is a useful marker of testicular function in children, when anorchia is suspected and in intersex states. In the persistent müllerian duct syndrome, both AMH-positive and AMH-negative forms have been reported. In three cases of the latter, a mutation of the AMH gene is thought to have been responsible for the condition.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anti-Mullerian Hormone
  • Child, Preschool
  • Disorders of Sex Development / physiopathology
  • Endocrine System Diseases / physiopathology
  • Glycoproteins*
  • Growth Inhibitors / genetics
  • Growth Inhibitors / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Mullerian Ducts / physiology
  • Sertoli Cells / physiology*
  • Testicular Hormones / genetics
  • Testicular Hormones / physiology*

Substances

  • Glycoproteins
  • Growth Inhibitors
  • Testicular Hormones
  • Anti-Mullerian Hormone