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An anabolic [[steroid|steroid]] is a compound belonging to the [[androgen|androgen]] family that leads to the development of [[muscle|muscle]] mass. In humans, [[testosterone|testosterone]] is the most common anabolic steroid. Testosterone is produces in the [[testes|testes]] of males, and in small amounts in the [[ovaries|ovaries]] of females. | |||
Due to it's properties as a muscle builder, synthetic anabolic steroids are sometimes taken by athletes who are aiming for [[muscular hypertrophy|muscular hypertrophy]]. Even in small doses this can have side effects. Side effects seen in males include; [[testicular atrophy|testicular atrophy]], hair growth and mood swings. As well as this, the body often stops secreting as much testosterone naturally<ref>Berg J, Tymoczko J, Stryer L. (2012) Biochemistry, Seventh edition, New York: WH Freeman</ref>. | |||
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Revision as of 06:30, 10 November 2012
An anabolic steroid is a compound belonging to the androgen family that leads to the development of muscle mass. In humans, testosterone is the most common anabolic steroid. Testosterone is produces in the testes of males, and in small amounts in the ovaries of females.
Due to it's properties as a muscle builder, synthetic anabolic steroids are sometimes taken by athletes who are aiming for muscular hypertrophy. Even in small doses this can have side effects. Side effects seen in males include; testicular atrophy, hair growth and mood swings. As well as this, the body often stops secreting as much testosterone naturally[1].
References
- ↑ Berg J, Tymoczko J, Stryer L. (2012) Biochemistry, Seventh edition, New York: WH Freeman