Definition

A type of estrogen hormone that is produced in the body, particularly during pregnancy, and is important for female reproductive health.

Example

Oestriol levels are often measured during pregnancy to assess the health of the fetus.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of oestriol?

I think I read about it in a health article once.

Yeah, it's an alternative spelling of estriol, right?

Exactly! It's interesting how different terms can refer to the same thing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oestriol is derived from "oestrus" (from Greek "oistros", meaning frenzy or passion) and "-iol" (a diminutive suffix in chemistry indicating a smaller or lesser form). The term refers to a lesser form of oestrus, specifically a type of estrogen hormone associated with the female reproductive cycle.

Memory Tip

Think of 'oestrus' which relates to a state of passion or frenzy, and remember that 'oestriol' is a smaller or lesser form of that hormonal influence.

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