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Androgen Production Rate

Meaning

The Androgen Production Rate quantifies the total mass of androgenic hormones, such as testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT), synthesized and secreted into the systemic circulation by the endocrine glands over a defined period, typically expressed per day. This clinical metric provides a direct measure of the glandular output capacity, primarily from the testes, ovaries, and adrenal cortex. Monitoring this rate is essential for accurately diagnosing states of hypo- or hyperandrogenism and for precise dosing in hormone replacement therapy.