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1. (n.) testosterone
the sex hormone, C
Etymology: (1930–35; testo- (comb. form of testis ) +ster (ol ) + -one)
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1. (noun) testosterone
a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics
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1. testosterone
A potent androgenic steroid and major product secreted by the LEYDIG CELLS of the TESTIS. Its production is stimulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE from the PITUITARY GLAND. In turn, testosterone exerts feedback control of the pituitary LH and FSH secretion. Depending on the tissues, testosterone can be further converted to DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE or ESTRADIOL.
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