Mesh term Hydroxycorticosteroids
Browse to parent terms:Adrenal Cortex Hormones
Description
A group of corticosteroids carrying hydroxy groups, usually in the 11- or 17-positions. They comprise the bulk of the corticosteroids used systemically. As they are relatively insoluble in water, salts of various esterified forms are often used for injections or solutions.Browse to child terms:
11-Hydroxycorticosteroids
17-Hydroxycorticosteroids
Desoxycorticosterone
Pregnenolone
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