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Glossary21-hydroxylase deficiency

genetic disorder impairing adrenal hormone production, causing excess androgens

21-hydroxylase deficiency, also known as 21-OHD, is a genetic disorder that affects the adrenal glands' ability to produce certain hormones, specifically cortisol and aldosterone. This enzyme deficiency leads to an overproduction of androgens, which can cause symptoms such as ambiguous genitalia in newborns, early puberty, and severe salt-wasting crises.

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research Screening for 21-hydroxylase–deficient nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia among hyperandrogenic women: a prospective study

216 citations , November 1999 in “Fertility and Sterility”

Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.

Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Revisited: An Update with a Special Focus on Adolescent and Adult Women

research Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency revisited: an update with a special focus on adolescent and adult women

117 citations , May 2017 in “Human Reproduction Update”

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

research EMQN best practice guidelines for molecular genetic testing and reporting of 21-hydroxylase deficiency

94 citations , July 2020 in “European Journal of Human Genetics”

The guidelines ensure accurate genetic testing and reporting for 21-hydroxylase deficiency.

research Carriers of 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Are Not at Increased Risk for Hyperandrogenism*

31 citations , February 1997 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

People who carry the 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency gene are not more likely to have excessive male hormone levels.

The Diagnosis of Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Based on Serum Basal or Post-ACTH Stimulation 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Can Lead to False-Positive Diagnosis

research The diagnosis of nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency, based on serum basal or post-ACTH stimulation 17-hydroxyprogesterone, can lead to false-positive diagnosis

25 citations , September 2015 in “Clinical Endocrinology”

Using 17-hydroxyprogesterone levels to diagnose nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia can result in many incorrect diagnoses.

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