Conjugated estriol

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Conjugated Estriol

Conjugated estriol (/kɒndʒʊgeɪtɪd ˈɛstraɪɒl/), also known as 16α-hydroxyestrone conjugates or estriol glucuronides, is a form of estriol that has been chemically combined with other substances, typically glucuronic acid or sulfate.

Etymology

The term "conjugated" comes from the Latin conjugare, which means "to join together". This refers to the process of combining estriol with other substances. "Estriol" is derived from the Greek oistros, meaning "gadfly" or "frenzy", and -ol, a common suffix for alcohols.

Definition

Conjugated estriol is a type of estrogen, which is a group of hormones that play an important role in the development and regulation of the female reproductive system. It is produced primarily during pregnancy and is measured to assess the health of the pregnancy.

Related Terms

  • Estrogen: A group of hormones that play an important role in the development and regulation of the female reproductive system.
  • Estriol: A type of estrogen that is produced primarily during pregnancy.
  • Glucuronic acid: A substance that is often combined with estriol to form conjugated estriol.
  • Sulfate: Another substance that can be combined with estriol to form conjugated estriol.

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