8: Types of Estrogen Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 3 estrogens.
A
- Estradiol (E2)
- Estriol (E3)
- Estrone (E1)
2
Q
T/F Estradiol (E2) is no longer produced in menopause.
A
False. It is present in low amounts in the postmenopausal years following peripheral conversion of androstenedione.
3
Q
The weakest estrogen.
A
Estrone (E1)
4
Q
The most potent estrogen.
A
Estradiol (E2)
5
Q
Main estrogen produced during the reproductive years.
A
Estradiol (E2)
6
Q
Primary estrogen in postmenopausal women, children, and men.
A
Estrone (E1)
7
Q
Present in nonpregnant women in small amounts as a by-product of estradiol and estrone.
A
Estriol (E3)
8
Q
Produced by metabolism of estradiol.
A
Estrone (E1)
9
Q
Secreted by the placenta and synthesized from androgens produced by the fetus.
A
Estriol (E3)
10
Q
Produced by adipose conversion of androstenedione secreted by the adrenals (95%) and ovaries (5%).
A
Estrone (E1)
