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1. Main androgens = DHEA + testosterone.  
1. Main androgens = DHEA + testosterone.  
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<br/>2. In males ⟹ testosterone is produced in testes (majority) + adrenals (minor).  
<br/>2. In males ⟹ testosterone is produced in testes (majority) + adrenals (minor).  
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<br/>3. In females ⟹ testosterone is produced in ovaries (50%) + adrenals (50%).  
<br/>3. In females ⟹ testosterone is produced in ovaries (50%) + adrenals (50%).  





Latest revision as of 02:29, 21 March 2023

SUMMARY

1. Main androgens = DHEA + testosterone.

2. In males ⟹ testosterone is produced in testes (majority) + adrenals (minor).

3. In females ⟹ testosterone is produced in ovaries (50%) + adrenals (50%).


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