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17 Hydroxyprogesterone
- 17 Hydroxyprogesterone
- Reference Range: <220
- Units: ng/dl
- 17-Hydroxyprogesterone, commonly abbreviated as 17-OHP, is a naturally occurring steroid hormone produced primarily in the adrenal glands and gonads. It serves as an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of cortisol and androgens. Measurement of 17-hydroxyprogesterone plays a critical role in endocrinology, especially in the diagnosis and management of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), adrenal disorders, and certain reproductive health conditions.