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Hyperinsulinemia downstream effects on ovarian theca cell hyperproduction of androgens and subsequent pituitary feedback causing increased basal luteinizing hormone. Hyperandrogenism results in reduced SHBG (sex hormone binding globulin) (often used clinically for assessment of insulin resistance in PCOS).
