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estrone

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun estrone has 1 sense
  1. estrone, oestrone, theelin, Estronol - a naturally occurring weak estrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary; synthesized (trade name Estronol) and used to treat estrogen deficiency
    --1 is a kind of estrogen, oestrogen; ketosteroid

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Estrone

Description:

Estrone is a naturally occurring estrogen hormone in the human body. It is one of the three main types of estrogen, along with estradiol and estriol. Estrone is primarily produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and body fat. It plays a crucial role in regulating reproductive and menstrual functions in females.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: Estrone

Senses:

  1. A naturally occurring estrogen hormone in the human body

Usages:

  • Estrogen replacement therapy often includes estrone to alleviate menopausal symptoms.
  • High levels of estrone may be associated with increased risk of certain cancers.
  • Estrone can be used as a pharmaceutical ingredient in hormone therapies

Sample Sentences:

  1. The doctor prescribed estrone to balance her hormone levels.
  2. She researched the effects of excess estrone in postmenopausal women.
  3. The pharmaceutical company developed a new drug containing estrone.

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