Explain why a deficiency of steroid 21-hydroxylase leads to excessive production of sex steroids (androgens and estrogens).

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Explain why a deficiency of steroid 21-hydroxylase leads to excessive production of sex steroids (androgens and estrogens).

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Biochemistry Concepts And Connections

ISBN: 9780134641621

2nd Edition

Authors: Dean Appling, Spencer Anthony-Cahill, Christopher Mathews

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