PubMed · 1986 · 17 citations · 0 references
Life SciencesBiochemistryEndocrinologyBone MetabolismMineral MetabolismSteroid BiochemistryBone EndocrinologyGonadal Steroid HormonesHormone MetabolismSteroid Hormone BiochemistrySteroid MetabolismSteroid PharmacologyBone Tissue MaturationEstrogen Effects On Bone DensityEstrogen MetabolismEstrogen PharmacologyGonadal Steroid BiochemistryGonadal Steroid MetabolismLipid Metabolism EffectsSteroid Hormone Metabolism
The classification of estrogens based on chemical structure and origin is presented. The metabolism of endogenous estrogens and the postulated mechanism of action of steroid hormones are reviewed. Specific effects of estrogen on bone, kidney and coagulation are also discussed.