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Androgen Receptor Expression

Meaning

Androgen receptor expression quantifies the number and concentration of functional androgen receptor proteins present within a specific cell type or tissue. This density dictates the tissue’s sensitivity and potential response magnitude to circulating androgen hormones. Clinically, variations in expression levels are highly significant, influencing conditions like prostate health, hair growth patterns, and the anabolic response of skeletal muscle. Higher expression generally correlates with a greater capacity for androgenic molecular instruction.