Target type: biologicalprocess
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of any hormone, naturally occurring substances secreted by specialized cells that affects the metabolism or behavior of other cells possessing functional receptors for the hormone. [GOC:jl]
Hormone biosynthesis is a complex and highly regulated process that involves the synthesis of signaling molecules that exert their effects on target cells and tissues. It typically begins with the production of a precursor molecule, often a protein or lipid, that undergoes a series of enzymatic modifications to generate the active hormone. This process may involve a series of steps, including:
1. **Transcription and Translation:** The genes encoding for hormone precursors are transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA) and then translated into polypeptide chains. These polypeptide chains may undergo post-translational modifications, such as folding, glycosylation, and phosphorylation.
2. **Enzymatic Modifications:** The precursor molecule undergoes a series of enzymatic modifications to generate the active hormone. These modifications may include proteolytic cleavage, phosphorylation, glycosylation, hydroxylation, and methylation.
3. **Hormone Packaging and Secretion:** Once the hormone is synthesized, it is packaged into vesicles for storage and eventual release. Hormones can be secreted from cells by a variety of mechanisms, including exocytosis, diffusion, or transport through the bloodstream.
4. **Hormone Transport and Action:** Hormones can travel through the bloodstream to reach their target cells. Upon binding to specific receptors on target cells, hormones trigger intracellular signaling cascades that lead to changes in gene expression, protein synthesis, and cellular activity.
Hormone biosynthesis is tightly regulated by a complex interplay of factors, including:
* **Genetic factors:** The genes encoding for hormone precursors and enzymes involved in hormone biosynthesis are subject to genetic regulation.
* **Nutritional factors:** The availability of essential nutrients, such as amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, is crucial for hormone biosynthesis.
* **Environmental factors:** Stress, temperature, and light can all influence hormone biosynthesis.
* **Hormonal feedback loops:** Hormones can regulate their own biosynthesis through feedback mechanisms, ensuring that hormone levels are maintained within a specific range.
Hormone biosynthesis is essential for a wide range of biological processes, including growth and development, metabolism, reproduction, and stress response. Disruptions in hormone biosynthesis can lead to a variety of diseases, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, and infertility.'
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| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| Thyroid peroxidase | A thyroid peroxidase that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P07202] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Steroid 17-alpha-hydroxylase/17,20 lyase | A cytochrome P450 17A1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P05093] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| aminoglutethimide | aminoglutethimide : A dicarboximide that is a six-membered cyclic compound having ethyl and 4-aminophenyl substituents at the 3-position. Aminoglutethimide: An aromatase inhibitor that is used in the treatment of advanced BREAST CANCER. | dicarboximide; piperidones; substituted aniline | adrenergic agent; anticonvulsant; antineoplastic agent; EC 1.14.14.14 (aromatase) inhibitor |
| bay h 4502 | 1-[biphenyl-4-yl(phenyl)methyl]imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles carrying an alpha-(biphenyl-4-yl)benzyl substituent at position 1. bifonazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of R- and S-bifonazole. It is a broad spectrum antifungal drug used for the treatment of fungal skin and nail infections. | biphenyls; imidazoles | |
| clotrimazole | conazole antifungal drug; imidazole antifungal drug; imidazoles; monochlorobenzenes | antiinfective agent; environmental contaminant; xenobiotic | |
| econazole | 1-{2-(4-chlorobenzyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl}imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that is 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-yl)ethanol in which the hydroxyl hydrogen is replaced by a 4-chlorobenzyl group. econazole : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-econazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections. Econazole: An imidazole derivative that is commonly used as a topical antifungal agent. | dichlorobenzene; ether; imidazoles; monochlorobenzenes | |
| fluconazole | fluconazole : A member of the class of triazoles that is propan-2-ol substituted at position 1 and 3 by 1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl groups and at position 2 by a 2,4-difluorophenyl group. It is an antifungal drug used for the treatment of mucosal candidiasis and for systemic infections including systemic candidiasis, coccidioidomycosis, and cryptococcosis. Fluconazole: Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS. | conazole antifungal drug; difluorobenzene; tertiary alcohol; triazole antifungal drug | environmental contaminant; P450 inhibitor; xenobiotic |
| isoconazole | 1-{2-[(2,6-dichlorobenzyl)oxy]-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl}imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that carries a 2-[(2,6-dichlorobenzyl)oxy]-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl group at position 1. isoconazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-isoconazole. A broad-spectrum antibacterial drug used (as its nitrate salt) for treatment of dermatomycoses. | dichlorobenzene; ether; imidazoles | |
| ketoconazole | 1-acetyl-4-(4-{[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy}phenyl)piperazine : A dioxolane that is 1,3-dioxolane which is substituted at positions 2, 2, and 4 by imidazol-1-ylmethyl, 2,4-dichlorophenyl, and [para-(4-acetylpiperazin-1-yl)phenoxy]methyl groups, respectively. | dichlorobenzene; dioxolane; ether; imidazoles; N-acylpiperazine; N-arylpiperazine | |
| metyrapone | metyrapone : An aromatic ketone that is 3,3-dimethylbutan-2-one in which the methyl groups at positions 1 and 4 are replaced by pyridin-3-yl groups. A steroid 11beta-monooxygenase (EC 1.14.15.4) inhibitor, it is used in the diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency. Metyrapone: An inhibitor of the enzyme STEROID 11-BETA-MONOOXYGENASE. It is used as a test of the feedback hypothalamic-pituitary mechanism in the diagnosis of CUSHING SYNDROME. | aromatic ketone | antimetabolite; diagnostic agent; EC 1.14.15.4 (steroid 11beta-monooxygenase) inhibitor |
| miconazole | 1-[2-(2,4-dichlorobenzyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl]imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that is 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-yl)ethanol in which the hydroxyl hydrogen is replaced by a 2,4-dichlorobenzyl group. miconazole : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-miconazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections. It inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component of fungal cell membranes. Miconazole: An imidazole antifungal agent that is used topically and by intravenous infusion. | dichlorobenzene; ether; imidazoles | |
| tioconazole | 1-{2-[(2-chloro-3-thienyl)methoxy]-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl}imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that comprises 2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethylimidazole carrying an additional (2-chloro-3-thienyl)methoxy substituent at position 2. tioconazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-tioconazole. | dichlorobenzene; ether; imidazoles; thiophenes | |
| testosterone propionate | androgen : A sex hormone that stimulates or controls the development and maintenance of masculine characteristics in vertebrates by binding to androgen receptors. Testosterone Propionate: An ester of TESTOSTERONE with a propionate substitution at the 17-beta position. | steroid ester | |
| fadrozole | Fadrozole: A selective aromatase inhibitor effective in the treatment of estrogen-dependent disease including breast cancer. | imidazopyridine | |
| azalanstat | azalanstat: inhibits lanosterol 14 alpha-demethylase, the enzyme which catalyzes the first step in conversion of lanosterol to cholesterol in mammals; structure given in first source | ||
| salicylhydroxamic acid | hydroxamic acid; phenols | antibacterial drug; EC 1.11.2.2 (myeloperoxidase) inhibitor; EC 3.5.1.5 (urease) inhibitor; trypanocidal drug | |
| dehydropregnenolone acetate | dehydropregnenolone acetate: structure | steroid ester | |
| abiraterone | 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid; 3beta-sterol; pyridines | antineoplastic agent; EC 1.14.99.9 (steroid 17alpha-monooxygenase) inhibitor | |
| 17-(3-pyridyl)androsta-5,16-dien-3-one | 17-(3-pyridyl)androsta-5,16-dien-3-one: a steroidal inhibitor of cytochrome P450(17alpha)/C17-20 lyase; structure given in first source | ||
| ketoconazole | (2R,4S)-ketoconazole : A cis-1-acetyl-4-(4-{[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy}phenyl)piperazine which dioxolane moiety has (2R,4S)-configuration. | cis-1-acetyl-4-(4-{[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy}phenyl)piperazine | |
| posaconazole | aromatic ether; conazole antifungal drug; N-arylpiperazine; organofluorine compound; oxolanes; triazole antifungal drug; triazoles | trypanocidal drug | |
| propylthiouracil | 6-propyl-2-thiouracil : A pyrimidinethione consisting of uracil in which the 2-oxo group is substituted by a thio group and the hydrogen at position 6 is substituted by a propyl group. Propylthiouracil: A thiourea antithyroid agent. Propythiouracil inhibits the synthesis of thyroxine and inhibits the peripheral conversion of throxine to tri-iodothyronine. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopeoia, 30th ed, p534) | pyrimidinethione | antidote to paracetamol poisoning; antimetabolite; antioxidant; antithyroid drug; carcinogenic agent; EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor; hormone antagonist |
| orteronel | orteronel: non-steroidal 17,20-lyase inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| abiraterone acetate | abiraterone acetate : A sterol ester obtained by formal condensation of the 3-hydroxy group of abiraterone with the carboxy group of acetic acid. A prodrug that is converted in vivo into abiraterone. Used for treatment of metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer. Abiraterone Acetate: An androstene derivative that inhibits STEROID 17-ALPHA-HYDROXYLASE and is used as an ANTINEOPLASTIC AGENT in the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant PROSTATE CANCER. | pyridines; sterol ester | antineoplastic agent; EC 1.14.99.9 (steroid 17alpha-monooxygenase) inhibitor; prodrug |
| orteronel | naphthalenecarboxamide | ||
| 3beta-hydroxy-17-(1h-benzimidazole-1-yl)androsta-5,16-diene | 3-hydroxy-17-(1H-benzimidazole-1-yl)androsta-5,16-diene: has antineoplastic activity; structure in first source | 3-hydroxy steroid | androgen |
| osilodrostat | Osilodrostat: an orally active aldosterone-synthase inhibitor | ||
| pf-06282999 | 2-(6-(5-chloro-2-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxo-2-thioxo-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-1(2H)-yl)acetamide: a myeloperoxidase inhibitor for treatment of cardiovascular diseases; structure in first source |