Definition

A hormone produced during pregnancy that is found in urine, known for its role in female reproductive health.

Example

Estriol levels can be measured to assess the health of a pregnancy.

Conversation

Have you heard about the hormone called estriol?

Yeah, I think it's related to pregnancy, right?

Exactly! It's mainly produced by the placenta during that time.

That's interesting, I didn't know it was found in urine too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Estriol** → The word is derived from "estrus" (from Greek "oistros", meaning a state of sexual excitement) and the suffix "-iol" (a diminutive suffix in chemistry indicating a smaller or lesser form). Estriol is a lesser form of estrogen, specifically a type of estrogen produced during pregnancy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'estrus' as a state of excitement related to reproduction, and the '-iol' suffix suggests a smaller or lesser version, helping you remember that estriol is a lesser form of estrogen.

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