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Estrogen Metabolism

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Estrogen Metabolism Definition

Estrogen Metabolism consists of diverse biochemical reactions primarily in the ovary that produce 19-carbon steroid hormones, which promote secondary female sexual development and menstrual function or convert such steroids to metabolic derivatives.

Estrogen Metabolism Synonyms

Estrogen Metabolism

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Estrogen Metabolism Alteration



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