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Is testosterone an androgen?


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Androgens:

  1. Androgens are a group of sex hormones.
  2. Androgens are synthesized by the luteinizing hormone in males which further leads to spermatogenesis.

Testosterone:

  1. It is the most common type of androgen.
  2. It is essential for sexual development in males.
  3. It is responsible for the development of male features such as facial and chest hair, muscle strength, and a deeper voice.

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