Demasculinized

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002979",
  "term": "Demasculinized",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing an organism, typically a male, that exhibits a reduction or loss of male-specific characteristics, either morphological or behavioral. This condition can result from exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals during development, which interfere with normal androgen signaling. Such effects can include reduced testis size, altered reproductive tract development, or feminized external genitalia.",
  "synonyms": [
    "castrated"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "testis"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 743 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/demasculinized/"
}