Estrogen

Estrogens (known as oestrogensin UK ) are a group of steroid compounds that function as the primary female sex hormone.

Related Topics:
Steroid - Hormone

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The three naturally occurring estrogens are estradiol, estriol and estrone. In the body these are all produced from androgens through enzyme action. Estradiol is produced from testosterone and estrone from androstenedione. Estrone is weaker than estradiol, and in post-menopausal women more estrone is present than estradiol.

Related Topics:
Estradiol - Estriol - Estrone - Androgen - Testosterone - Androstenedione

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