Biochemistry
Why is cholesterol important in the synthesis of steroid hormones?
A patient has a condition affecting their gonads. Which steroid hormone classes might be directly impacted?
Which steroid hormone is associated with the regulation of male sexual development?
A patient with adrenal insufficiency is likely to have issues with which steroid hormone classes?
How do steroid hormones typically exert their effects on target cells?
Combine the knowledge of steroid hormone classes to predict the effects of a synthetic steroid that mimics glucocorticoids.
Which class of steroid hormones is primarily involved in regulating the menstrual cycle?