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steroid hormone

/ˈstɛrɔɪd ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

Traducción: Tipo de hormona derivada del colesterol y liposoluble, lo que le permite atravesar las membranas celulares y unirse a receptores intracelulares para regular la expresión génica. Los ejemplos incluyen cortisol, estrógeno y testosterona.

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/ˈstɛrɔɪd ˈhɔːrmoʊn/C1formalmedical
  • esTipo de hormona derivada del colesterol y liposoluble, lo que le permite atravesar las membranas celulares y unirse a receptores intracelulares para regular la expresión génica. Los ejemplos incluyen cortisol, estrógeno y testosterona.

A type of hormone that is derived from cholesterol and is lipid-soluble, allowing it to pass through cell membranes and bind to intracellular receptors to regulate gene expression. Examples include cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone.

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    A type of hormone that is derived from cholesterol and acts as a chemical messenger in the body, regulating various physiological processes.

    eshormona esteroidea

    • Cortisol is a steroid hormone that helps the body respond to stress.
    • Testosterone and estrogen are examples of steroid hormones.
    • Steroid hormones are produced by the adrenal glands and gonads.