Androgenic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000577",
  "term": "Androgenic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a substance or effect that promotes the development of male characteristics, such as the growth of facial hair, deepening of the voice, and increased muscle mass. This action is mediated through binding to androgen receptors in target tissues. Testosterone is a naturally occurring hormone with strong androgenic properties.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "androgen"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 722 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/androgenic/"
}