FSH levels: what's normal, high and low
A pituitary hormone that drives sex-hormone production. In women it varies dramatically through the menstrual cycle and rises sharply at menopause.
Medically reviewed by Youmna DiStefano, MD · Last reviewed September 2026
The short answer
FSH is measured with a standard blood draw; no fasting is needed. A typical reference range is 1.50 – 12.4 mIU/mL (male, age 18+; more bands below). At TestWell it's $29.99 all-in as FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone), results in 2–4 business days, drawn at Quest or Labcorp. An out-of-range result is a prompt to look closer, not a diagnosis.
- Units
- mIU/mL / IU/L
- Sample
- Blood draw
- Fasting
- Not required
- Results
- 2–4 business days
- Price
- $29.99
- Labs
- Quest or Labcorp · BioReference in NY/NJ
FSH Reference Range
These are the typical adult reference ranges used by major US labs. Your report will include the specific range used by the lab that processed your sample.
| Population | Range |
|---|---|
| Male, age 18+ | 1.50 – 12.4 mIU/mL |
| Female, age 18+, varies by cycle phase | 1.40 – 25.0 mIU/mL |
Reference ranges are educational. Always interpret your result with the specific range printed on your lab report and discuss anything outside the range with a clinician.
What your FSH result may mean
In women, often reflects menopause or reduced ovarian reserve. In men, can reflect testicular issues.
What a high FSH means: causes, symptoms, next steps →Educational only — not a diagnosis. Many factors can influence a single result. Discuss anything that concerns you with a healthcare provider.
How do you get a FSH test?
Order online, a licensed physician reviews the requisition, and you walk into a nearby lab for the draw. FSH is available on its own or inside these panels — panels cost less per marker when you want the fuller picture.
| Option | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) | This marker only | $29.99 |
| Women's Fertility Essentials | 5 tests | $119.99 |
| TRT Quarterly Panel | 11 tests | $179.00 |
| Menopause Assessment Panel | 8 tests | $179.99 |
| Female HRT Quarterly Monitoring Panel | 12 tests | $179.99 |
Quest vs. Labcorp for FSH: which lab should you pick?
Both are CLIA-certified national labs and the result is clinically equivalent, so pick whichever location is closer. Your report will print that lab's own reference range, which can differ slightly from the table above.
| Lab | Available | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Quest Diagnostics | Yes | $29.99 |
| Labcorp | Yes | $29.99 |
| BioReference (NY & NJ) | Yes | $29.99 |
Need help choosing a location? Use the lab finder to see draw sites near your ZIP.
Related Hormones biomarkers
Markers commonly tested alongside FSH.
Frequently asked
In women, often reflects menopause or reduced ovarian reserve. In men, can reflect testicular issues. A single result above the reference range is a prompt to look closer with a clinician — often a repeat test and related markers — not a diagnosis on its own.
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