Estrogens, Catechol
| Definition: |
2- or 4-Hydroxyestrogens. Substances that are physiologically active in mammals, especially in the control of gonadotropin secretion. Physiological activity can be ascribed to either an estrogenic action or interaction with the catecholaminergic system. |
| Notes: |
/biosyn /physiol permitted |
| Previously Indexed: |
Catechols (1966-1981),Estrogens (1966-1981),specific estrogen (1966-1981) |
Estrogens, Catechol Categories.
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Hydroxyestrones - Estrone derivatives substituted with one or more hydroxyl groups in any position. They are important metabolites of estrone and other estrogens. |
Estrogens, Catechol Definitions and Terms
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