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Steroid metabolism gene
Pronunciation
Definition 1
A type of gene that helps the body build up or break down steroids. Steroids may be made by the body (such as hormones and cholesterol) or made in a laboratory (such as drugs). A steroid metabolism gene called CYP17 is being studied in breast, ovarian, and uterine cancers. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
A gene that is involved in the synthesis, modification or catabolism of steroids. (NCI Thesaurus)
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