In the birth industry, estriol is a type of estrogen, and it is one of the most important hormones during pregnancy. This hormone helps the uterus grow and stay healthy. It is also a hormone that is produced by the placenta and the fetal liver. It helps to regulate the growth and development of the fetus, and it also helps to maintain the pregnancy, and prepare the body for labor and delivery, and breastfeeding.
Estriol is similar to other hormones, such as estradiol and estrone. However, it has some unique properties that make it important during pregnancy. For example, estriol is more soluble in water than other estrogens, which allows it to pass through the placenta more easily. It also has a longer half-life than other estrogens, which means that it stays in the body for a longer period of time.
Uses of Estriol
Estriol is sometimes used as a diagnostic tool to help assess the health of the pregnancy.
Low levels of estriol may signal a problem with the placenta. A lower level of estrogen can also indicate disease in your baby, such as Down syndrome.
A sudden rise in estriol levels before the 37th week of pregnancy implies a higher chance of preterm labor.
Outside of the birth industry, estriol may also be used as a hormone therapy medication. This is because estriol is the weakest of all the estrogens, and it may be used to help with the symptoms of menopause. It can help to reduce hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and other symptoms.
Other Related Terms
Estriol is similac to the following terms:
– Estrogen
– Estradiol
– Estrone
– Progesterone
– Pregnancy hormone
– Placenta hormone
– Fetal liver hormone
This image shows how often the term ‘Estriol’ is used in relation to other, similar birth terms:
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