research How Should Postmenopausal Androgen Excess Be Evaluated?
Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.
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240-270 / 1000+ results research Melanocytes: A Possible Autoimmune Target in Alopecia Areata
Melanocytes might be targeted by the immune system in people with alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Characterization of X-Linked SNP Genotypic Variation in Globally Distributed Human Populations
The research concluded that selection significantly shaped the genetic variation of the X chromosome, with certain regions affected by past selective events.
research Antibody-Capped Mesoporous Nanoscopic Materials: Design of a Probe for the Selective Chromo-Fluorogenic Detection of Finasteride
Probe detects finasteride with high selectivity and low detection limit.
research Biology, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Malassezia Dermatitis in Dogs and Cats
The conclusion is that certain dog and cat breeds are prone to Malassezia dermatitis, which can be diagnosed with skin tests and treated with antifungal shampoos or medications, and preventing relapses involves managing underlying issues and maintaining good hygiene.
research Activation of the OVOL1-OVOL2 Axis in the Hair Bulb and Pilomatricoma
The genes OVOL1 and OVOL2 are important for hair growth and may be involved in a type of skin tumor.
research A Model System for Long-Term Serum-Free Suspension Organ Culture of Human Fetal Tissues: Experiments on Digits and Skin from Multiple Body Regions
Scientists developed a method to grow human fetal skin and digits in a lab for 3-4 weeks, which could help study skin features and understand genetic interactions in tissue formation.
research Approach to Androgen Excess in Women: Clinical and Biochemical Insights
The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
research Metabolic Dysfunction in Obese Hispanic Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obese Hispanic women with PCOS are at higher risk for metabolic problems than non-Hispanic white women.
research Within-Person Changes of Cortisol, Dehydroepiandrosterone, Testosterone, Estradiol, and Progesterone in Hair Across Pregnancy, with Comparison to a Non-Pregnant Reference Group
Hormone levels in hair change during pregnancy, with progesterone increasing significantly compared to non-pregnant women.
research Age-Related Changes in Endogenous Glucocorticoids, Gonadal Steroids, Endocannabinoids, and Their Ratios in Plasma and Hair from Male C57BL/6 Mice
Male C57BL/6 mice show age-related fluctuations in certain hormones and their ratios in both blood and hair.
research Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assays for Doping Control of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Finasteride and Dutasteride
New tests detect finasteride and dutasteride in urine quickly and easily.
research Assessment of Hair and Cashmere Properties and Their Genetic Background of Several Goat Breeds in Southwest China
Crossbreeding improves goat fiber quality, and specific genes affect hair traits and color.
research UPLC-MS/MS Method for the Simultaneous Quantification of Caffeine and Illicit Psychoactive Drugs in Hair Using a Single-Step High-Speed Grinding Extraction – Insights into a Cut-Off Value for Caffeine Abuse
The conclusion is that a new method can measure caffeine and drugs in hair, finding caffeine abusers have 70 times more caffeine than normal, with a proposed cut-off value for abuse.
research A Non-Invasive Hair Test to Determine Vitamin D3 Levels
The hair test for vitamin D could be a useful alternative to blood tests, providing a longer-term vitamin D status, but more research is needed.
research Exploring Reference Values for Hair Cortisol: Hair Weight Versus Hair Protein
Lower tacrolimus levels (4-7 ng/mL) after liver transplant may be safe and improve graft and kidney function.
research Development And Validation Of Hair Specimen Collection Methods Among Extremely Short-Length Afro-Textured Hair
Collecting hair from all scalp sections works as well as the standard method for cortisol analysis.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: Evaluation of Their Potential Confounding Effect on GC-C-IRMS Doping Analysis
5α-reductase inhibitors can interfere with doping tests by masking banned substances.
research Epidermal/Dermal Separation Techniques and Analysis of Cell Populations in Human Skin Sheets
Choosing the right method to separate skin layers is key for good skin cell research.
research The 39th Manfred Donike Workshop on Doping Analysis
The 39th Manfred Donike Workshop discussed methods for detecting misuse of steroids, gene doping, and the complexity of identifying drug residues in urine, highlighting the ongoing efforts to improve global anti-doping work.
research Musculoskeletal and Body Composition Response to High-Dose Testosterone with Finasteride After Chronic Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury: A Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study
Testosterone with finasteride improved muscle and bone health in men with spinal cord injury.
research Monitoring of Cortisone and Cortisol Levels in Hair During Pregnancy
Cortisone and cortisol levels in pregnant women’s hair increase as labor approaches, indicating higher stress.
research Assessing a Measure for Quality of Life in Patients with Severe Alopecia Areata: A Multicentric Italian Study
Alopecia Areata severely impacts mental health, causing anxiety and depression, affecting quality of life.
research Study on the Expression Patterns of Inner Root Sheath-Specific Genes in Tan Sheep Hair Follicle During Different Developmental Stages
IRS-specific genes in Tan sheep hair follicles peak at birth and may affect wool crimp.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of a Hyaluronic Acid-Based Extracellular Matrix for Labia Majora Rejuvenation and Augmentation: A Pilot Study
Sunekos® effectively improves labia majora appearance and is well-tolerated.
research Iron, Copper, and Magnesium Concentration in Hair and Risk of Esophageal Cancer: A Nested Case-Control Study
Higher iron levels in hair may increase the risk of esophageal cancer.
research Relationship Between Copper, Zinc, and Copper-to-Zinc Ratio in Hair and Severity of Coronary Artery Disease According to the SYNTAX Score
Lower hair copper and copper-to-zinc ratio are linked to more severe coronary artery disease.
research Hair Analysis: Assessment of Homemade Hair Treatment Effects on Drug Concentrations in the Keratin Matrix
Homemade hair treatments can significantly lower drug levels in hair, possibly causing false-negative drug tests.
research Desmoplastic Melanoma Presenting as an Alopecic Patch in a Young Patient
A man had a rare skin cancer that looked like a bald spot.
research Forensic DNA Phenotyping: A Promising Tool to Predict Human Appearance for Forensic Purposes
Forensic DNA phenotyping is becoming useful for predicting physical traits in criminal investigations but is limited by ethical concerns and incomplete genetic understanding.