androsterone

/ænˈdrɒstrəʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A ketosteroid that is a major product of the metabolism of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.

“The researchers studied the effects of androsterone on male fertility.”

2. noun

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands.

“The doctor prescribed a medication to regulate the production of androsterone in the patient’s body.”

Synonyms

  • androstenol
  • androstenone

Antonyms

  • estradiol
  • estriol