(R,R)-Tetrahydrochrysene
(R,R)-Tetrahydrochrysene
(R,R)-Tetrahydrochrysene (pronunciation: /ɹ,ɹ-tɛtrəhaɪdroʊkrɪsiːn/) is a synthetic compound used in scientific research. It is a selective agonist of the estrogen receptor beta (ERβ), with 30 times selectivity for ERβ over ERα.
Etymology
The term "(R,R)-Tetrahydrochrysene" is derived from the Greek words "tetra" meaning four, "hydro" referring to hydrogen, and "chrysene" which is a type of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH). The (R,R) prefix indicates the absolute configuration of the molecule.
Related Terms
- Estrogen receptor: A group of proteins found inside cells. They are receptors that are activated by the hormone estrogen.
- Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon: A hydrocarbon—a compound containing only carbon and hydrogen—composed of multiple aromatic rings.
- Agonist: A substance which initiates a physiological response when combined with a receptor.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on (R,R)-Tetrahydrochrysene
- Wikipedia's article - (R,R)-Tetrahydrochrysene
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