Preferred Label : Steroid Metabolism Gene;
NCIt definition : A gene that is involved in the synthesis, modification or catabolism of steroids.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A type of gene that helps the body build up or break down steroids. Steroids
may be made by the body (such as hormones and cholesterol) or made in a laboratory
(such as drugs). A steroid metabolism gene called CYP17 is being studied in breast,
ovarian, and uterine cancers.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000561722;
Origin ID : C94606;
UMLS CUI : C2986596;
Semantic type(s)
- gene_found_in_organism
- gene_plays_role_in_process
