17-Hydroxycorticosteroids (also known as 17 Hydroxycorticosteroids): A group of hydroxycorticosteroids bearing a hydroxy group at the 17-position. Urinary excretion of these compounds is used as an index of adrenal function. They are used systemically in the free alcohol form, but with esterification of the hydroxy gro

NIH MeSH · D015065Chemicals and Drugs

17-Hydroxycorticosteroids

Also known as17 Hydroxycorticosteroids

Definition

A group of hydroxycorticosteroids bearing a hydroxy group at the 17-position. Urinary excretion of these compounds is used as an index of adrenal function. They are used systemically in the free alcohol form, but with esterification of the hydroxy groups, topical effectiveness is increased.

MeSH classification

  • D06.472.040.585.478

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Common questions about 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids

What does 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids mean in medicine?
A group of hydroxycorticosteroids bearing a hydroxy group at the 17-position. Urinary excretion of these compounds is used as an index of adrenal function. They are used systemically in the free alcohol form, but with esterification of the hydroxy groups, topical effectiveness is increased. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids known by any other names?
Yes. 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids is also referred to as 17 Hydroxycorticosteroids in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does 17-Hydroxycorticosteroids sit in the medical classification?
17-Hydroxycorticosteroids falls under the broader medical category "Chemicals and Drugs" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: D06.472.040.585.478). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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