Digit-length ratios (2D:4D) as a phenotypic indicator of in utero androgen exposure is not prognostic for androgenic alopecia: a descriptive-analytic study of 1200 Iranian men
The etiology of androgenic alopecia (AGA) involves several factors, including genetics, androgens, age and nutrition. Digit-length ratio of the index and ring finger (2D:4D) is an indicator of prenatal exposure to sex hormones. There is a paucity of studies that systemically review the possible posi...
Main Authors: | Amir Feily, Masoomeh Hosseinpoor, Ali Bakhti, Mohamad Nekuyi, Saeed Sobhanian, Zahra Fathinezhad, Reza Sahraei, Marigdalia K. Ramirez-Fort |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2016-06-01
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Series: | Dermatology Reports |
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Online Access: | http://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/dr/article/view/6386 |
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