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Hair test results can be misleading due to external contamination, so they shouldn't be used alone to assess long-term drug use.
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900-930 / 1000+ results research Analysis of hair cortisol levels in captive chimpanzees: Effect of various methods on cortisol stability and variability
Hair cortisol analysis is a reliable tool for monitoring long-term stress in captive chimpanzees if certain variables are controlled.
research Hair diameter measurements for planning follicular unit extraction surgery (FUE): Is there a correlation between the micrometer caliper and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) findings?
The micrometer caliper is a reliable tool for measuring hair diameter for FUE surgery.
research Comparing Traditional and “In-Motion” Intense Pulsed Light Techniques for Hair Removal: A Split Study
The "in-motion" technique for hair removal is less painful and safer than the traditional method, with similar effectiveness.
research 5175 A Rare Case of Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome
Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome is rare, linked to lupus, and hard to treat due to severe insulin resistance.
research Exploration of the role of anti-Mullerian hormone and LH/FSH ratio in diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome
The study concluded that both anti-Mullerian hormone and LH/FSH ratio are higher in women with PCOS and combining these markers with BMI could improve diagnosis accuracy.
research Evaluation of Serum Irisin and Its Relation to Insulin Resistance in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Lower serum irisin levels are linked to androgenetic alopecia but not to insulin resistance.
research The evaluation of endothelial function with flow-mediated dilatation and carotid intima media thickness in young nonobese polycystic ovary syndrom patients; existence of insulin resistance alone may not represent an adequate condition for deterioration of endothelial function
Insulin resistance might not be enough to worsen blood vessel function in young, nonobese women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin as more than a Biomarker of Metabolic Diseases and Reproductive Disorders: What Physicians Should Know?
Low SHBG levels are linked to negative health outcomes and should be used in assessing and managing health conditions.
research Acanthosis nigricans, insulin resistance and cutaneous virilism
Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
research Obesity resistance of the stearoyl-CoA desaturase-deficient (scd1 -/-) mouse results from disruption of the epidermal lipid barrier and adaptive thermoregulation
Deleting the scd1 gene in mice prevents obesity by disrupting skin lipids and improving heat regulation.
research Simultaneous Analysis of Biomarkers in Human Hair for Evaluating Chronic Tobacco Smoke Exposure and Stress/Relaxation Using Online In-Tube Solid-Phase Microextraction Coupled with Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry
A new method can quickly and accurately measure tobacco exposure and stress using a small hair sample.
research OR09-5 Importance of Islet Intracrinology for Glucose-Stimulated Insulin Secretion (GSIS) in the Male
Androgens and estrogens are crucial for insulin secretion in males.
research Assessment of Elderly’s Nutritional status in Geriatric Homes at Al-Furat Al-Awusat Governorates
Many elderly in geriatric homes are overweight and show signs of nutritional deficiency, needing better nutrition and education.
research The Basic Science of Radiofrequency-Based Devices
RF energy is used in medical and beauty treatments to heat tissues, tighten skin, and reduce fat safely.
research Androgens in Women – Critical Evaluation of the Methods for Their Determination in Diagnostics of Endocrine Disorders
The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.
research The Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness-2 Scale: A Turkish Validity and Reliability Study in Patients Admitted to the Dermatology Outpatient Clinic
The Turkish version of the MAIA-2 Scale is valid and reliable for patients at a dermatology clinic.
research Estimativa de idade em indivíduos vivos
Age estimation tests are mostly used in civil cases for adults and the elderly in the Amazon region.
research Efficacy and Safety of Thermobalancing Therapy in Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms/Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia was Confirmed by Clinical Trial
Thermobalancing therapy is safe and effective for treating enlarged prostates.
research Metabolic Syndrome and Insulin Resistance Syndrome among Infertile Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study from Central Vietnam
Many infertile women with PCOS in Central Vietnam have metabolic or insulin resistance syndrome, with obesity and older age increasing the risk.
research In vitrometabolism of dehydroepiandrosterone and testosterone by canine hair follicle cells
Canine hair follicle cells metabolize DHEA and testosterone differently than human cells.
research Childhood Obesity with Resting State Functional Connectivity and Premature Pubarche with Neuroimaging Methods A Systematic Review
Childhood obesity is linked to early puberty and affects brain function.
research Bioequivalence Study of Finasteride Tablets in Human Plasma by HPLC-MS
The test and reference finasteride tablets are bioequivalent.
research Age-related differences in the reproductive and metabolic implications of polycystic ovarian syndrome: findings in an obese, United States population
Older obese women with PCOS have higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks despite lower androgen levels.
research 48799 Defining Perceptual Thresholds for Hair Density Changes: A Study of Dermatologist Perceptions
Dermatologists can detect smaller hair density changes than previously thought.
research PCPT Results Could Affect Trial on Testosterone Replacement
The trial on testosterone replacement therapy in older men faced concerns due to prostate cancer risk.
research A fast liquid chromatographic/mass spectrometric screening method for the simultaneous detection of synthetic glucocorticoids, some stimulants, anti‐oestrogen drugs and synthetic anabolic steroids
A quick method effectively detects banned substances in urine.
research Laser capture microdissection as a method for investigating the human hair follicle microbiome reveals region-specific differences in the bacteriome profile
Laser-capture microdissection effectively analyzes hair follicle microbiomes, revealing region-specific bacterial differences.
research Study design for the Stanford Dermatology Personal Genomics Project
The project aimed to understand how genetic test results affect patients' actions and feelings in dermatology.
research Hyperandrogenism and menstrual imbalance are the best predictors of metformin response in PCOS patients
High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.