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Allopregnanolone Production

Meaning

Allopregnanolone Production denotes the endogenous biosynthesis of allopregnanolone, a powerful neurosteroid metabolite derived from the hormone progesterone, occurring primarily in the adrenal glands, gonads, and directly within the central nervous system. This crucial molecule functions as a positive allosteric modulator of the GABA-A receptor, which is the main inhibitory receptor in the brain. Maintaining optimal production levels is vital for emotional balance, effective stress regulation, and overall neurological resilience.