What is the role of steroids?

Steroids are a class of lipid hormones synthesized from cholesterol. They regulate metabolism, immune response, reproduction and other essential biological processes, the 1999 textbook “Biochemistry” notes. Subdivided into five classes according to their primary site of production, steroids have wide-ranging effects on a variety of tissues. read more

Steroids are a type of lipid that contains four rings of carbon atoms. Steroids can act as hormones in the body. In this lesson, you will learn about the different structures and functions of steroids, including the important role of a steroid called cholesterol. read more

The role of steroids in sepsis is controversial. Review of Steroids. Steroids have long been known for their anti-inflammatory properties. From the 1950s to the 1980s, high-dose steroids (methylprednisolone 30mg/kg and dexamethasone 3 mg/kg to 6 mg/kg in divided doses) were used in the management of sepsis. read more