THE ROLES OF TESTOSTERONE
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in relation to sperm, what does testosterone trigger
spermatogenesis
what can testosterone be converted to
dihydrotestosterone and estradiol
what are the 5 functions of testosterone
spermatogenesis, maintenance of the reproductive tract libido secondary sex effect anabolic effect (bone and mm mass)
what promotes prostate growth during puberty
DHT
where is testosterone converted into dihydrotestosterone
scalp and prostate
what enzyme is required for testosterone conversion into dht
5a aromatoase
where does excess DHT bind
androgen receptors in hair follicles
what causes male pattern baldness
Testosterone is converted into DHT via 5a aromatase in the scalp. when there is excess DHT it will bind to androgen receptors in the hair follicles which causes male pattern baldness