research HAIR ANALYSIS FOR DRUGS OF ABUSE. PLAUSIBILITY OF INTERPRETATION
Hair analysis can detect drug use but requires careful interpretation due to its complexity.
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research Normal Pubertal Development in Daughters of Women With PCOS: A Controlled Study
Daughters of women with PCOS generally experience normal puberty but may have more body hair and different body fat distribution.
research Workplace Drug Testing Using Hair Samples
Hair testing is a reliable method for detecting workplace drug use when done with proper sample preparation and confirmation.
research An isotope dilution-liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry-based candidate reference measurement procedure for the quantification of 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone in human serum and plasma
The procedure accurately measures 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone in blood, useful for standard tests.
research The hairless gene mutated in congenital hair loss disorders encodes a novel nuclear receptor corepressor
The mutated hairless gene causes hair loss by acting as a new type of corepressor affecting thyroid hormone receptors.
research Penetration and storage of particles in human skin: Perspectives and safety aspects
Particles around 100 nm can penetrate and stay in hair follicles without passing through healthy skin, making them safe for use in topical products and useful for targeted drug delivery.
research PMON319 A Pure Androgen Secreting Adrenal - Cortical Tumor in a 13 Year Old Female
A 13-year-old girl's masculine symptoms improved after surgery for a rare adrenal tumor that produced male hormones.
research Patients treated for male pattern hair with finasteride show, after discontinuation of the drug, altered levels of neuroactive steroids in cerebrospinal fluid and plasma
Finasteride affects brain and blood steroids, causing lasting sexual and emotional side effects.
research Role of S-Palmitoylation by ZDHHC13 in Mitochondrial function and Metabolism in Liver
ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
research Doping-Control Analysis of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride: Determination of Its Influence on Urinary Steroid Profiles and Detection of Its Major Urinary Metabolite
Finasteride affects urinary steroid profiles and can potentially hide steroid abuse in sports drug testing.
research External post mortem artefact: a key issue in hair result interpretation
Hair test results can be misleading due to contamination, so they shouldn't be used alone to determine drug use.
research How storage post sampling influences the stability of sebum when used for mass spectrometry metabolomics analysis?
Sebum samples remain stable under various storage conditions, making them suitable for remote and at-home testing.
research Bioequivalence Study of Finasteride
Finasteride's two formulations absorb similarly, showing bioequivalence.
research Original article / Article original External post mortem artefact: a key issue in hair result interpretation
Hair test results can be misleading due to external contamination, so they shouldn't be used alone to assess long-term drug use.
research Alopecia Areata: a Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis and Management
New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.
research Clinical management of cutaneous adverse events in patients on targeted anticancer therapies and immunotherapies: a national consensus statement by the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology
Spanish experts provided guidelines for treating skin side effects in cancer patients on new therapies, stressing early action and teamwork.
research Stem cells and aberrant signaling of molecular systems in skin aging
Skin aging is caused by stem cell damage and can potentially be delayed with treatments like antioxidants and stem cell therapy.
research Integrative Skin Care: Dermatology and Traditional and Complementary Medicine
Traditional and complementary medicine may help with skin conditions, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Madarosis, milphosis, eyelash trichomegaly, and dermatochalasis
The document concludes that changes in eyelashes and eyelid skin can indicate various local and systemic diseases.
research Recent advances in natural hydrolates for burn care: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial perspectives
Natural hydrolates may improve burn healing and fight antibiotic resistance.
research Dermatophytosis in companion animals: A review
Ringworm in pets is influenced by fungi type, immune status, and stress hormones.
research Plasmaproteinbindung endogener Glucocorticosteroide und deren Einfluss auf Haar- und Speichelkonzentrationen
Plasma protein binding significantly affects glucocorticosteroid concentration in blood, saliva, and hair.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Disease State Clinical Review: Guide to the Best Practices in the Evaluation and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Part 1
The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research A Review on Forensic Toxicological Analysis of Drugs in Hair using Various Instrumental Techniques
Hair analysis is better than urine and blood for detecting past drug use.
research Human Hair as a Testing Substrate in the Era of Precision Medicine: Potential Role of ‘Omics-Based Approaches
Human hair shows promise for non-invasive medical testing, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
research Gender differences in skin: A review of the literature
Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
research Hair Shafts in Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.
research Recent advances on skin‐resident stem/progenitor cell functions in skin regeneration, aging and cancers and novel anti‐aging and cancer therapies
New treatments targeting skin stem cells show promise for skin repair, anti-aging, and cancer therapy.
research Alopecia Areata
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.