Clinical and biochemical parameters in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and non-PCOS populations.

<p>Values are expressed as mean ± S.D. Baseline characteristics of the two groups are evaluated by analysis of variance. Proportions were compared using the chi-square test.</p><p>HHcy: hyperhomocysteinemia (Hcy>12 µmol/l); IR: insulin resistance (HOMA2-IR>2.1); HOMA-2-IR: homeostatic model assessment 2- insulin resistance.