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Bio-Identical Hormones

Meaning

Bio-Identical Hormones refer to exogenous hormones synthesized in a laboratory that possess the exact molecular structure as those naturally produced by the human body, such as estradiol or testosterone. These compounds are utilized in replacement therapy to restore physiological levels when endogenous production declines. The clinical rationale centers on the premise that an identical structure ensures identical receptor binding and downstream signaling compared to natural hormones. They are distinct from chemically modified synthetic hormones.