Why you might see this term
AFC can help estimate how the ovaries may respond to stimulation for fertility treatment. It is often considered alongside AMH.
What to keep in mind
This is a count of visible follicles, not an exact count of all remaining eggs or a test of egg quality.
Sources & further reading
Prepared by ProFertility · Updated 23 October 2026.
Educational information based on the linked sources. This explanation is not an individual diagnosis or a treatment recommendation. A term appearing here does not mean the test is necessary or included in a particular kit.
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