List of steroids

Steroids are a large class of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms. They play critical roles in a variety of biological processes, including the structure of cell membranes, signaling molecules, and as components of certain vitamins and hormones. Steroids can be divided into several categories based on their function and structure, such as corticosteroids, anabolic steroids, and sex steroids, among others. This article aims to provide a comprehensive list of steroids, categorized by their primary use and biological significance.

Types of Steroids

Corticosteroids

Corticosteroids are a class of steroids that are produced in the adrenal cortex. They are involved in a wide range of physiological processes, including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior.

• Hydrocortisone
• Cortisone
• Prednisone
• Prednisolone
• Methylprednisolone
• Dexamethasone
• Triamcinolone

Anabolic Steroids

Anabolic steroids, also known as anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), are synthetic derivatives of testosterone that promote muscle and bone growth, as well as male sexual characteristics.

• Testosterone
• Methandrostenolone
• Nandrolone
• Trenbolone
• Oxandrolone
• Stanozolol
• Boldenone

Sex Steroids

Sex steroids, also known as gonadocorticoids and gonadal steroids, are steroid hormones that interact with vertebrate steroid hormone receptors. They are crucial in the regulation of reproduction, sexual function, and secondary sexual characteristics.

• Estrogens

 * Estradiol
 * Estrone
 * Estriol

• Progestogens

 * Progesterone
 * Medroxyprogesterone acetate

• Androgens

 * Testosterone
 * Dihydrotestosterone
 * Androstenedione

Other Steroids

There are other steroids with various functions, including those involved in the biosynthesis of corticosteroids, anabolic steroids, and sex steroids, as well as those that have unique roles in biology.

• Cholesterol
• Vitamin D (a steroid vitamin)
• Bile acids and bile salts

See Also

• Steroidogenesis
• Steroid hormone
• Biochemistry
• Endocrinology

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Note: This list is not exhaustive and serves as a basic introduction to the various types of steroids and their primary functions. Further exploration into each category and specific steroid is encouraged for a more detailed understanding.