Used primarily as a biochemical reference standard in steroid metabolism studies, this compound serves as a backbone structure for evaluating enzymatic transformations in androgen pathways. It is employed in research settings to understand the behavior of reduced androgens in biological systems, particularly in assays related to 5-alpha reductase activity. Due to its structural stability, it aids in the calibration of analytical methods such as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry for steroid profiling. It also supports the development and validation of pharmaceuticals targeting hormonal disorders, including benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenic alopecia.