Meaning of KETOSTEROID
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[n] a steroid containing a ketone group |
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KETOSTEROID is a 11 letter word that starts with K. |
| | See Also: | | androsterone, cortisone, Cortone Acetate, estrone, Estronol, oestrone, steroid, theelin | |
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| | 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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