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17-beta-Hydroxy-4-Androsten-3-one Androst-4-en-17beta-ol-3-one Sustanon Testolin Testosterone Sulfate AndroGel Andropatch Sterotate 8-Isotestosterone Testopel 17-beta-Hydroxy-8 alpha-4-Androsten-3-one 8 Isotestosterone 17 beta Hydroxy 4 Androsten 3 one Androtop Androderm Histerone Testoderm 17 beta Hydroxy 8 alpha 4 Androsten 3 one Testim
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Unlike testosterone, which is a flat molecule, its 8-isomer has a folded conformation. 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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