63 citations,
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24 citations,
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9 citations,
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7 citations,
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4 citations,
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2 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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July 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Hair analysis can somewhat track past testosterone levels but is influenced by factors like hair washing, growth rate, sex, and hair color.
Interest in COVID-19 hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially in higher-income countries.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Blue light can help hair grow by affecting certain receptors in hair follicles.
Forensic hair analysis for drugs is now more reliable and accurate.
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11 citations,
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