main menu   -   articles   -   prostate   -   stories   -   sexuality   -   resources   -   glossary   -   search     From Phoenix5's Prostate Cancer Glossary testosterone Synonyms: serum testosterone (ST) Abbreviations: T Definition: (tes-TOS-ter-own) The hormone that promotes the development and maintenance of male secondary sexual characteristics. It is believed to comprise about 90 percent of the androgens in a man's body. Most of the testosterone is produced in the testicles. Some is also produced at the adrenal glands. Halting the production and conversion of testosterone is the primary objective of hormone therapy. See also dihydrotestosterone. make another selection #s   A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  WXYZ main menu   -   articles   -   prostate   -   stories   -   sexuality   -   resources   -   glossary   -   search The Glossary Booklet   -   The Personal Edition Definitions are provided for education only and are not medical advice. Created exclusively for Phoenix5. © 2002 Phoenix5.