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However, two studies found no significant association, likely due to methodological heterogeneity, small sample sizes, or diagnostic inconsistencies.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The majority of included studies suggest that lower 2D:4D ratios may reflect elevated prenatal androgen exposure in women with PCOS, indicating its potential as a non\u2010invasive biomarker. Nonetheless, variability in diagnostic criteria, measurement methods, and study populations limits generalizability. 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