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5αr1 Isoenzyme

Meaning

A specific enzyme variant of 5-alpha reductase, responsible for converting testosterone into the more potent androgen, dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This isoenzyme is expressed in various tissues throughout the body, including the skin and liver. Its activity contributes to androgen-dependent processes and is one of the key enzymatic players in steroid hormone metabolism. Understanding its function is vital for managing conditions related to androgen excess or deficiency.