Showing chemical card for 19-oxoandrostenedione (CFc000283551)
Record Information
Version
1.0
Creation Date
2022-08-28 10:25:12 UTC
Update Date
2022-09-14 03:36:55 UTC
Chemfont ID
CFc000283551
Molecule Identification
Common Name
19-oxoandrostenedione
Definition
19-oxoandrostenedione belongs to androgens and derivatives class of compounds. Those are 3-hydroxylated C19 steroid hormones. They are known to favor the development of masculine characteristics. They also show profound effects on scalp and body hair in humans. 19-oxoandrostenedione is practically insoluble (in water) and an extremely weak acidic compound (based on its pKa). 19-oxoandrostenedione can be found in a number of food items such as cassava, pepper (spice), durian, and common salsify, which makes 19-oxoandrostenedione a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products.
Belongs to the class of organic compounds known as androgens and derivatives. These are 3-hydroxylated C19 steroid hormones. They are known to favor the development of masculine characteristics. They also show profound effects on scalp and body hair in humans.
