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enzyme converts testosterone into potent androgen dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

5α-reductase activity refers to the function of the enzyme 5α-reductase, which converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a more potent androgen. This process is significant in various biological functions, including the development of male characteristics and the regulation of hair growth. Elevated 5α-reductase activity is often associated with conditions like androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

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• 5α-reductase
• androgen metabolism
• dihydrotestosterone production
• testosterone conversion
• Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 2
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• 5α-reductase inhibitory activity
• 5α-reductase inhibition
• Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 1
• 5α-reductase inhibitors