It functions as both anabolic steroids and the primary sex hormones hormone.
Structure
Testosterone Chemical Structure – C19H28O2
Mode of action
By attaching to and activating the androgen receptor, it produces its desired effect.
The target cell's cell membrane is first crossed by testosterone, which then binds with the androgen receptor.
The androgen receptor then undergoes a conformational change because of this.
The androgen receptor can then separate from its heat shock proteins (these are HSP 70 and HSP 90) as a result.
The androgen-receptor complex is transported into the nucleus, after passing through the nuclear membrane.
It attaches to DNA, seduces additional transcriptional regulators, and together they form a pre-initiation complex that eventually stimulates the production of certain genes.
Consequently, a variety of genes are encouraged to be translated and transcribed by certain ligand-activated transcription factors10.
Function
It is believed to control a man's sex drive, bone mass, muscular mass, and strength, fat distribution, as well as the creation of sperm and red blood cells.
It is responsible for the development of male sex organs like testes.
Uses
Men's bone density, muscle strength and mass, fat distribution, facial and body hair, red blood cell formation, and sperm creation are all maintained by testosterone.
Side effects
Swelling
Acne and other skin reactions
Liver toxicity
Cardiac problems
Worsening sleep apnea (Sleeping on your back can make your sleep apnea worse)
enlarging breasts are some of the side effects.