research Prevalence of hyperandrogenemia in the polycystic ovary syndrome diagnosed by the National Institutes of Health 1990 criteria
Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.
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330-360 / 1000+ results research VIRILISATION SECONDARY TO LEYDIG CELL OVARIAN TUMOR IN A POSTMENOPAUSAL WOMAN WITH PRIMARY HYPERPARATHYROIDISM
Postmenopausal women with unusual hair growth should be checked for ovarian tumors.
research Hormonal profiles and the diagnostic utility of serum dihydrotestosterone in polycystic ovary syndrome: a comparative case-control study
High serum DHT levels can help diagnose PCOS.
research Accuracy of anti-Müllerian hormone and total follicles count to diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome in reproductive women
AMH is a good marker for diagnosing PCOS, but global standards are needed.
research Hepatocyte growth factor combined with adenosine deaminase as biomarker for diagnosis of tuberculous pleural effusion
HGF combined with ADA is highly accurate for diagnosing tuberculous pleural effusion, especially in younger females.
research 412 DETECTION OF CIRCULATING PROSTATE CANCER CELLS BY MEANS OF AN ANTIBODY-CONJUGATED NANOPARTICULAR BIOSENSOR
The document concludes that a new biosensor can efficiently detect prostate cancer cells and that standardized referrals help find significant cancers effectively.
research SUN-105 A Classic Case of Ovarian Hyperthecosis
Ovarian hyperthecosis can cause high testosterone and symptoms like hair loss, and surgery can help improve these symptoms.
research THU646 Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Secondary To Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor
A woman's increased facial hair and hair loss were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, cured by surgery.
research 778 Designing and utilizing a c-Rel specific bioassay in drug repurposing screen for HNSCC
A new test helps find drugs to treat head and neck cancer by targeting c-Rel.
research What is your diagnosis?
The woman likely has a hormonal imbalance causing excessive hair growth.
research Histochemical and Immunohistochemical Markers for Human Eccrine and Apocrine Sweat Glands: An Aid for Histopathologic Differentiation of Sweat Gland Tumors
Markers help differentiate between apocrine and eccrine sweat glands to identify sweat gland tumors.
research Hiperandrogenismo causado por tumor de células de Leydig de ovario
A woman's excess male hormone symptoms were caused by a rare benign tumor in her ovary.
research An Opportunity Missed: Managing an Aggressive Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma
The case shows the importance of quick and thorough evaluation of adrenal tumors to prevent rapid disease progression and poor outcomes.
research Virilizing Leydig cell tumor of the ovary: from presentation to treatment - a case report
Ovarian tumors should be considered when postmenopausal women show signs of virilization.
research O-11 DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES IN POSTMENOPAUSAL HYPERANDROGENISM: REPORTS OF TWO CASES
Benign conditions can mimic serious ones in postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, requiring careful diagnosis.
research Prostate-specific antigen as a diagnostic marker in female hyperandrogenism
PSA could be a marker for hyperandrogenism in women, but more research is needed.
research Hyperandrogenism in post-menopausal women: a diagnosis challenge
A woman had high testosterone due to an ovarian issue, which was fixed with surgery.
research Detection of urine metabolites in polycystic ovary syndrome by UPLC triple-TOF-MS
Researchers found potential urine markers for polycystic ovary syndrome, including testosterone-glucuronide and 11α-hydroxyprogesterone, which may help diagnose the condition.
research Adrenal 21-hydroxylase gene mutations in Slovenian hyperandrogenic women: evaluation of corticotrophin stimulation and HLA polymorphisms in screening for carrier status
The study concluded that testing hormone levels after stimulation is not reliable for identifying carriers of 21-hydroxylase deficiency; genetic testing is necessary.
research Adrenocortical tumor in 20 months old female
A 20-month-old girl had a rare adrenal tumor removed successfully, with no recurrence for 10 years.
research A functional study of a case of glucagonoma exhibiting typical glucagonoma syndrome
A pancreatic tumor caused high glucagon levels and symptoms, but treatment reduced glucagon and shrank liver tumors.
research ODP423 Postmenopausal Virilization Secondary to A Rare Left Ovarian Androgen-Secreting Leydig Cell Tumor Localized Using Ovarian Vein Sampling
A woman's masculine symptoms were caused by a rare tumor in her left ovary, which was found using a special blood test.
research Test With Oral Administration of Clomiphene May Add to Differential Diagnosis of Severe Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women - A Case Report
Clomiphene testing can help find ovarian causes of high testosterone in postmenopausal women.
research Comparison of Clinical and Biochemical Markers of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – A Study from a Teaching Hospital in Sri Ramachandra Institute, Chennai, India
Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are good at predicting excess hair growth.
research SAT378 Unusual Case of Hirsutism From Prolactinoma Induced Dihydrotestosterone Elevation
A woman's excessive hair growth was linked to a rare case of high testosterone caused by a prolactin-producing pituitary tumor.
research Overexpression of hepatoma-derived growth factor in melanocytes does not lead to oncogenic transformation
Overexpression of HDGF in melanocytes does not cause cancer.
research Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism involves excess male hormones causing symptoms like hair growth and acne, and requires ruling out tumors and other disorders.
research O-10 AN OVARIAN THECOMA PRESENTING WITH POST-MENOPAUSAL VIRILIZATION
Ovarian thecomas can cause virilization in postmenopausal women and are treated with surgery.
research COMPARAÇÃO ENTRE HPLC E IMUNOTURBIDIMETRIA PARA DOSAGEM DE HEMOGLOBINA GLICADA (A1C) COMO CRITÉRIO DIAGNÓSTICO DE DIABETES MELLITUS
HPLC may detect prediabetes and diabetes earlier than Immunoturbidimetry because it shows higher A1c levels.
research SUN-380 A Case of Cushing Syndrome
A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove an adrenal tumor.