A chemical messenger made in glands that travels in blood to target tissues

• A synthetic compound that mimics a natural hormone’s action
• A similar substance in plants regulating growth and responses
• Especially, sex hormones used in hormone therapy, including gender-affirming care

由腺体产生的化学信使，经血液到达靶组织

• 模拟天然激素作用的合成化合物
• 植物中类似的物质，调控生长与响应
• 尤指用于激素治疗的性激素，包括性别肯定医疗

To treat with hormones, especially as a medical therapy

以激素进行处理，尤指医疗用途