Journal of International Reproductive Health/Family Planning ›› 2011, Vol. 30 ›› Issue (1): 5-9.

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Update of Researches on Validation of Screening Scales for Late-onset Hypogonadism in Males

ZHOU Shan-jie,GU Yi-qun.   

  1. Department of Male Clinic Research,National Research Institute for Family Planning, Beijing 100081,China
  • Received:1900-01-01 Revised:1900-01-01 Published:2011-01-15 Online:2011-01-15
  • Contact: GU Yi-qun

Abstract: This paper discusses importance
on the update and hotspot of researches on validation of AMS and ADAM both in domestic and overseas.
Numerous researches validated the applicability and validity of different language editions of screening scales
from several points of view and through several methods. The conclusions of majority researches believe AMS
and ADAM to be one of good tools for LOH screening. Both scales have general applicability and higher
validity. In addition, this paper points out the problems and shortcomings on the researches of validation of
AMS and ADAM today.

Key words: Hypogonadism, Man, Age factors, Multiphasic screening, Evaluation studies, Questionnaires