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hydroxyprogesterone /hy·droxy·pro·ges·ter·one/ (-pro-jes´ter-ōn) 1. 17α-hydroxyprogesterone; an intermediate formed in the conversion of cholesterol to cortisol, androgens, and estrogens. 2. a synthetic preparation of the caproate ester, used in treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding and menstrual cycle abnormalities, and in the diagnosis of endogenous estrogen production. hydroxyprogesterone progesterone derivative used in bitches to prevent estrus and to treat pseudopregnancy. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The onset of the LH surge is coincident with a rise in progesterone and a fall in estradiol levels, as well as preceded by a more prolonged rise in 5-alpha hydroxyprogesterone (Caruso et al. |
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