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Fertility Glossary

FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone)

The hormone that drives follicle growth.

FSH is usually measured on day 2 or 3 of the cycle. A high level can suggest the ovaries are working harder to recruit follicles. Injectable forms of FSH are also used for ovarian stimulation.

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