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Physiological Fidelity

Meaning

Physiological Fidelity is a stringent clinical and scientific principle asserting that therapeutic interventions, particularly in the realm of hormone replacement, must aim to replicate the natural, endogenous patterns of hormone secretion, metabolism, and receptor activation as accurately as possible. This concept demands not only achieving appropriate total serum concentrations but also maintaining the correct diurnal rhythm, pulsatility, and metabolite profile of the administered hormone. Maximizing physiological fidelity is essential for optimizing long-term health outcomes and mitigating the risks associated with supraphysiological or non-native dosing patterns.