Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Clinical, Biochemical, and Molecular Genetic Study

    August 2014 in “ Genetic Testing and Molecular Biomarkers ”
    Sujatha Thathapudi, Vijayalakshmi Kodati, Jayashankar Erukkambattu … Qurratulain Hasan
    Studysummary This study suggests that the TNF-α system may contribute to hyperandrogenism, obesity, and insulin resistance in polycystic ovarian syndrome, independent of the C850T polymorphism.
    Automatically generated from the study's abstract, not written by a person, and not a review of the full paper. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation. Read the original study, and consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment. Full disclaimer
    Read the full study on europepmc.org →
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study 4

    1. The Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Criteria for the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Complete Task Force Report Fertility and Sterility · 2008
    2. Criteria for Defining Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as a Predominantly Hyperandrogenic Syndrome: An Androgen Excess Society Guideline The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 2006
    3. Definitions, Prevalence, and Symptoms of Polycystic Ovaries and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology · 2004
    4. Androgen Excess in Women: Experience with Over 1000 Consecutive Patients The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 2004