pregnenolone

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preg·nen·o·lone | \ preg-ˈne-nə-ˌlōn

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Definition of pregnenolone

: an unsaturated hydroxy steroid ketone C₂₁H₃₂O₂ that is formed by the oxidation of steroids (such as cholesterol) and yields progesterone on dehydrogenation

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pregnenolone

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preg·nen·o·lone | \ preg-ˈnen-ᵊl-ˌōn

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Medical Definition of pregnenolone

: an unsaturated hydroxy steroid ketone C₂₁H₃₂O₂ that is formed by the oxidation of steroids (as cholesterol) and yields progesterone on dehydrogenation

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