Figure 1. . Aldosterone Biosynthesis.

Figure 1.

Aldosterone Biosynthesis. Aldosterone is derived from cholesterol. Biosynthetic pathway of aldosterone and structure of adrenal steroids and their biosynthetic precursors are shown in the figure. The enzymes that catalyze each step are listed in the adjacent box at the right side of the figure.

From: Aldosterone Deficiency and Resistance

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