Search
for

    Did you mean 5α-reduction?
    Glossary5α-reductase activity (5α-reduction)

    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.

    Related Terms

    Products matching "reduction"

    Tracking 2 products like 142 Firide 1mg and 142 Firide 1mg from by companies like HealthyAreaStore and oasisstad.net. View all 2 products »
    Sort by

    Learn

    5 / 25 results

      learn Dutasteride

      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

      learn Spironolactone

      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

      learn Mesotherapy

      technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp