Description

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a potent androgen, plays a crucial role in male sexual development, promoting the growth of male sex organs and characteristics during puberty, and influencing hair growth, sebaceous gland activity, and prostate function. It's also a key player in male pattern baldness. 

Elaboration:

• Male Sexual Development:
• DHT is vital for the development of the male reproductive organs during fetal development and the development of male characteristics during puberty, including facial hair, deeper voice, and increased muscle mass. 
• Prostate Growth:
• DHT stimulates prostate growth, which can lead to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostate cancer in some cases. 
• Hair Growth:
• DHT influences hair growth, promoting body hair, facial hair, and pubic hair growth. It also contributes to male pattern baldness by shrinking hair follicles and producing finer hair strands. 
• Sebaceous Gland Activity:
• DHT affects sebaceous gland activity, which can lead to acne, particularly in women. 
• Other Effects:
• DHT also plays a role in libido, sexual health, and bone density. 

DHT is a powerful androgen that influences various aspects of male sexual development and physical characteristics, as well as playing a role in prostate health and hair growth. 

Fasting not required.