Abstract:OBJECTIVE: Asporin is secreted by theca cells in the mouse ovaries and is an effective marker at the gonadotropin-independent stage in secondary follicle development. It has an inhibitory effect on transforming growth factor beta and bone morphogenic proteins, which are involved in androgenesis process. Our aim was to compare serum asporin levels of polycystic ovary syndrome and control groups and examine the relationship between asporin and hyperandrogenism. METHODS: A total of 60 patients, i.e., 30 polycysti… Show more
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