MeSH 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.;
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.