Estetrol
Estetrol
Estetrol (pronounced es-te-trol, /ɛstɛtrɒl/) is a natural steroid hormone produced only during pregnancy. It is a type of estrogen, a group of hormones that play an essential role in the development and regulation of the reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics.
Etymology
The term "Estetrol" is derived from the word "estra-", a prefix used in chemistry to denote substances related to estrus (the period of fertility in female mammals), and "-ol", a suffix often used in organic chemistry to denote alcohols.
Function
Estetrol is produced by the liver of the unborn child. It is unique among estrogens because it is produced only during pregnancy. Its function is not entirely understood, but it is believed to play a role in the development of the fetus and the preparation of the mother's body for childbirth.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: A group of steroid hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics of the body.
- Steroid: A type of organic molecule that has a specific structure of four rings of carbon atoms.
- Hormone: A signaling molecule produced by glands in multicellular organisms that target distant organs to regulate physiology and behavior.
- Pregnancy: The period of time during which a fetus develops inside a woman's uterus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Estetrol
- Wikipedia's article - Estetrol
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