CHOLESTEROL & STEROID HORMONES by Professor Fink

Professor Fink first describes the molecular structure of steroids, the sources of Cholesterol in our diet, and the mechanism of action of Lipitor (& other “statin” drugs). Following this, Professor Fink reviews the Androgens (including Testosterone & Adrenal Androgen; DHEA), Estrogen & Progesterone, the Mineralocorticosteroids (like Aldosterone), the Glucocorticosteroids (like Cortisol), and Cholecalciferol (Vit D).

Check-out professor fink’s web-site or additional resources in Biology, Anatomy, Physiology & Pharmacology: www.professorfink.com

Down-loadable e-books of the Lecture Outlines by Professor Fink (as well as “hard copy” versions) can be purchased from the WLAC Bookstore at: http://onlinestore.wlac.edu/fink.asp