4^th European Endocrinology and Diabetes Congress

Steroid Hormones and Receptors

Steroid hormones are a class of hormones derived from cholesterol, playing crucial roles in various physiological processes. They include hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. These hormones exert their effects by binding to specific receptors inside cells, forming hormone-receptor complexes that regulate gene expression and modulate cellular functions. The intricate interplay between steroid hormones and their receptors is fundamental to the regulation of growth, development, and reproductive processes in the body.