Question

Given example of Androgens and estrogens.

Answer 1

Besides testosterone, other androgensinclude: Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a steroid hormone produced in the adrenal cortex from cholesterol. It is the primary precursor of naturalestrogens. ... Androstenedione (A4) is an androgenic steroid produced by the testes, adrenal cortex, and ovaries.

Answer 2

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◆ Androgens -

• Androgens are secreted by testes (males), ovaries (females) and adrenal gland (both).
• Naturally occurring androgens are testosterone and androstenedione.
• Other examples are dihydrotestosterone, dihydroepiandrosterone, dihydroepiandrosterone sulphate.

◆ Estrogen -

• Estrogen is secreted by ovaries in female.
• Naturally occurring estrogens are estrone, estradiol and estriol.
• Principal function of estrogen is oogenesis, menstruation and development of secondary sexual characteristics.

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