ESTRIOL
\ˈɛstɹɪˌɒl], \ˈɛstɹɪˌɒl], \ˈɛ_s_t_ɹ_ɪ__ˌɒ_l]\
Definitions of ESTRIOL
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By Princeton University
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A metabolite of ESTRADIOL and usually the predominant estrogenic metabolite in urine. During pregnancy, large amounts of estriol are produced by the placenta. It has also been obtained from plant sources. The 16 beta-isomer has also been isolated from the urine of pregnant women.
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