Estrone/progesterone
Estrone
Estrone (pronounced: es-trone), also known as E1, is one of the three main estrogens produced by the human body. It is a steroid hormone, specifically a gonadal steroid, and is primarily produced in the ovaries.
Etymology
The term "estrone" is derived from the Greek word "oistros", meaning "gadfly" or "frenzy", and the suffix "-one", indicating its status as a ketone.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: The primary female sex hormone. Estrone is one of the three main types of estrogen.
- Ovaries: The female reproductive organ in which estrone is primarily produced.
- Steroid: A type of organic molecule that includes many kinds of hormones, including estrone.
Progesterone
Progesterone (pronounced: pro-ges-ter-one) is a steroid hormone involved in the female menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and embryogenesis of humans and other species.
Etymology
The term "progesterone" is derived from the Latin "pro-", meaning "for", and "gestare", meaning "to bear or carry", reflecting its role in pregnancy.
Related Terms
- Menstrual cycle: The monthly cycle of changes in the ovaries and the lining of the uterus, with the release of an egg for fertilization and the preparation of the uterus for pregnancy.
- Pregnancy: The period of time during which a fetus develops inside a woman's uterus.
- Embryogenesis: The process by which the embryo forms and develops.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Estrone/progesterone
- Wikipedia's article - Estrone/progesterone
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