Androgen: meaning, definitions and examples
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androgen
[ ˈændrəʊdʒən ]
biological term
Androgens are a group of hormones that play a role in male traits and reproductive activity. They are often referred to as male hormones, although both men and women produce them. The most well-known androgen is testosterone, which is produced in large amounts in the testes in men and smaller amounts in women's ovaries. Androgens are involved in a wide range of biological functions, including the development of male physical characteristics, the regulation of libido, and the modulation of muscle and bone mass.
Synonyms
male hormone, steroid hormone, testosterone.
Examples of usage
- Testosterone is a primary androgen responsible for male characteristics.
- An imbalance of androgens can affect fertility in both men and women.
- Some athletes use synthetic androgens to enhance performance.
Translations
Translations of the word "androgen" in other languages:
🇵🇹 andrógeno
🇮🇳 एंड्रोजेन
🇩🇪 Androgen
🇮🇩 androgen
🇺🇦 андроген
🇵🇱 androgen
🇯🇵 アンドロゲン
🇫🇷 androgène
🇪🇸 andrógeno
🇹🇷 androjen
🇰🇷 안드로겐
🇸🇦 أندروجين
🇨🇿 androgen
🇸🇰 androgén
🇨🇳 雄激素
🇸🇮 androgen
🇮🇸 andrógens
🇰🇿 андроген
🇬🇪 ანდროგენი
🇦🇿 androjen
🇲🇽 andrógeno
Etymology
The term 'androgen' originates from the Greek words 'aner' meaning 'man' and 'genes' meaning 'born of' or 'producing'. The concept began to take formal shape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as scientists started to understand the role of hormones in human biology. The first androgen, testosterone, was isolated in the 1930s. Since then, the understanding of androgens has expanded significantly, leading to discoveries about their functions in both males and females. Today, research into androgens continues to be a vital area in endocrinology and reproductive health, as they are crucial for various physiological processes.