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Ovarian Androgen Production

Meaning

Ovarian Androgen Production is the physiological process by which the ovaries synthesize and secrete androgens, primarily testosterone and androstenedione, which are crucial steroid hormones in the female endocrine system. While androgens are often associated with male physiology, their production in the ovaries and adrenal glands is essential for maintaining female libido, muscle mass, bone density, and overall metabolic health. The delicate balance of this production is tightly regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis, particularly by Luteinizing Hormone (LH). Dysregulation, such as excessive production, can lead to clinical conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), characterized by hyperandrogenism and metabolic dysfunction.