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    GlossaryCytotoxicity Assay

    measures how toxic a substance is to living cells

    A Cytotoxicity Assay is a laboratory test used to evaluate the toxicity of a substance on living cells. It measures how many cells survive after exposure to the substance, helping researchers determine the potential harmful effects of chemicals, drugs, or other agents. This test is crucial in drug development and safety assessments.

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      community Expectations control for SCUBE3

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

      community Pre Fin Bloodwork To Check Other Potential Issues

      in Chat  21 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user preparing to start finasteride for hair loss wanted to check for any abnormal bloodwork related to hair loss. They shared their blood test results and learned from another user that their doctor prescribed finasteride without any preliminary tests.

      community 1 year of 1mg finasteride a day

      in Progress Pictures  300 upvotes 4 days ago
      The user has been taking 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, maintaining hair density without regrowth. They are considering oral minoxidil for regrowth, avoiding topical minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats, despite concerns about heart side effects.