Aromatase

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000783",
  "term": "Aromatase",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An enzyme, also known as estrogen synthase, that catalyzes the final step in estrogen biosynthesis from androgens. It converts androstenedione to estrone and testosterone to estradiol, playing a key role in sexual development and reproductive function. This enzyme is a member of the cytochrome P450 superfamily, specifically CYP19A1.",
  "synonyms": [
    "estrogen synthetase"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "cancer",
    "testosterone"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 727 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/aromatase/"
}