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Estradiol Conversion Control

Meaning

The clinical management and modulation of the metabolic pathway that converts precursor hormones, primarily testosterone, into estradiol (E2), the most potent form of estrogen. This control is achieved by influencing the activity of the aromatase enzyme, which catalyzes this conversion in various tissues, including fat, muscle, and the brain. Precise control is essential for maintaining optimal androgen-to-estrogen ratios in men and preventing estrogen dominance or deficiency in women.