hypogonadism

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Inadequate functioning of the testes or ovaries as manifested by deficiencies in gametogenesis or in secretion of gonadal hormones.

Note: Primary hypogonadism refers to a defect that is inherent in the gonad while secondary hypogonadism refers to a defect lying outside the gonad, often an endocrine effect.
Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. (Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)) on page 766 [Terms] [Paper]
Citation: 'hypogonadism' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10830 RIS BibTex EndNote
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