Table 2.
Comparison of hormone profile of women with primary and secondary infertility
| Primary infertility (mean ± SEM) | Secondary infertility (mean ± SEM) | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum LH | 11.14 ± 1.41 | 9.09 ± 2.23 | p = 0.42 |
| Serum FSH | 9.72 ± 1.65 | 12.08 ± 1.62 | p = 0.33 |
| Serum prolactin | 17.349 ± 2.33 | 14.39 ± 1.81 | p = 0.67 |
| Serum LH/FSH ratio | 1.52 ± 0.17 | 0.89 ± 0.24 | p = 0.03* |
| Serum TSH | 4.89 ± 1.23 | 3.91 ± 0.73 | p = 0.29 |
*p < 0.05