List of steroid abbreviations

From Food & Medicine Encyclopedia

Steroid abbreviations are commonly used in the field of pharmacology, medicine, and biochemistry to denote specific steroids and steroid-related compounds. These abbreviations are essential for professionals and researchers in these fields to communicate information efficiently and accurately. This article provides a comprehensive list of steroid abbreviations, aiming to serve as a reference for those studying or working with steroids.

Common Steroid Abbreviations[edit]

The following is a list of commonly used steroid abbreviations and their full names:

  • ACTH -Adrenocorticotropic hormone
  • AD -Androstenedione
  • AE -Androsterone
  • CORT -Cortisone
  • DHEA -Dehydroepiandrosterone
  • E2 -Estradiol
  • FSH -Follicle-stimulating hormone
  • GH -Growth hormone
  • LH -Luteinizing hormone
  • PRG -Progesterone
  • TEST -Testosterone
  • THG -Tetrahydrogestrinone

Steroid Classes and Their Abbreviations[edit]

Steroids can be classified into several categories based on their structure and function. Below are some of the major classes and their associated abbreviations:

Glucocorticoids[edit]

  • CORT -Cortisone
  • HC -Hydrocortisone
  • PRED -Prednisone

Mineralocorticoids[edit]

Androgens[edit]

  • DHT -Dihydrotestosterone
  • TEST -Testosterone
  • AD -Androstenedione

Estrogens[edit]

  • E1 -Estrone
  • E2 -Estradiol
  • E3 -Estriol

Progestogens[edit]

  • PRG -Progesterone
  • MPA -Medroxyprogesterone acetate

Usage in Medical and Scientific Literature[edit]

Steroid abbreviations are widely used in medical and scientific literature to simplify the communication of complex steroid names and structures. They are particularly prevalent in research articles, clinical studies, and pharmacological texts.

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