DHT

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DHT
TermDHT
Short definitionDHT - A hormone made from testosterone in the prostate, testicles and certain other tissues. It is needed to develop and maintain male sex characteristics such as facial hair, deep voice and muscle growth. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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DHT - A hormone made from testosterone in the prostate, testicles and certain other tissues. It is needed to develop and maintain male sex characteristics such as facial hair, deep voice and muscle growth. High levels of DHT can promote prostate cancer growth and make treatment more difficult. Also called androstanolone and dihydrotestosterone

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