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    GlossaryTUNEL assay (Terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling)

    detects DNA fragmentation in cells undergoing apoptosis

    The TUNEL assay, or Terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling, is a laboratory technique used to detect DNA fragmentation resulting from apoptotic signaling. It works by labeling the ends of broken DNA strands, allowing researchers to identify and quantify cells undergoing programmed cell death, which can be important in studies of diseases like cancer or conditions affecting hair follicles, such as alopecia.

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      community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??

      in Chat  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.

      community Turning vellus hairs into terminal hair

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, to turn vellus hairs into terminal hairs. Some users also mention using antibiotics, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, DHT blockers, biotin, and natural remedies like onion juice and seeds to improve hair growth.

      community Why don't Minoxidil regenerated hairs become terminal on the head?

      in Minoxidil  101 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil helps hair growth by increasing blood flow and prolonging the growth phase, but it doesn't address the root cause of hair loss, such as DHT sensitivity. Finasteride can help maintain some gains by blocking DHT, but stopping Minoxidil often leads to hair loss because the new hairs are dependent on it.

      community Will vellus hairs in thinning areas go terminal if you go all out?

      in Transgender  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.