abstract |
An integrated homeostatic system for the cholesterol and steroid hormone pathways is described. Use or regulation of the cholesterol and steroid hormone pathway homeostasis system is linked by lipoproteins and to achieve therapeutic benefit, to diagnose a disease or medical condition in humans, or as appropriate Active agents or combinations of active agents are used or adjusted. Described are pharmaceutical compositions, treatment methods, drug development methods, and assay methods that rely on a new understanding of this homeostasis system. |