Digit-length ratios (2D:4D) as a phenotypic indicator of in utero androgen exposure is not prognostic for androgenic alopecia: a descriptive-analytic study of 1200 Iranian men

• Main Authors: Amir Feily (Author), Masoomeh Hosseinpoor (Author), Ali Bakhti (Author), Mohamad Nekuyi (Author), Saeed Sobhanian (Author), Zahra Fathinezhad (Author), Reza Sahraei (Author), Marigdalia K. Ramirez-Fort (Author)
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• Published: PAGEPress Publications, 2016-06-01T00:00:00Z.
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The etiology of androgenic alopecia (AGA) involves several factors, including genetics, androgens, age and nutrition. Digit-length ratio of the index and ring finger (2D:4D) is an indicator of prenatal exposure to sex hormones. There is a paucity of studies that systemically review the possible posi...