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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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In which of the following condition is SHBG synthesis decreased?
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The correct answer is  Increase in androgen level is associated with decrease in SHBG synthesis. Other factors leading to decreased SHBG synthesis are: Obesity Hypothyroidism Excess glucocoicoids Also know: Factors leading to increased SHBG synthesis are: Estrogen Pregnancy Hypehyroidism Ref: Endocrine Pathophysiology, Second Edition By C. B. Niewoehner, page 285