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Meaning of KETOSTEROID

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a steroid containing a ketone group
 
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 See Also: androsterone, cortisone, Cortone Acetate, estrone, Estronol, oestrone, steroid, theelin

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A steroid-like chemical which is a by-product of the breakdown of certain steroids; they are found in urine and measuring them can give a good indication of the level of androgen production in the body. The major ketosteroids are:
  • androsterone
  • etiocholanone
  • estrone
 

 

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