a strong trendp = 0.002
The analysis of steroid levels in patients showed the following trends: Unconjugated steroids: A strong trend towards lower levels was found (n = 12 lower, n = 6 unchanged, n = 1 higher, p = 0.002).
The analysis of steroid levels in patients showed the following trends: Unconjugated steroids: A strong trend towards lower levels was found (n = 12 lower, n = 6 unchanged, n = 1 higher, p = 0.002).
For 5α/β-reduced steroids, most had significantly lower levels in patients (n = 10), while fewer showed no change (n = 5) or higher levels (n = 1), indicating a significant trend towards lower levels ( p = 0.022).