Adipose tissue is regarded as an endocrine organ no longer because it secretes many adipokines. Many of these adipokines are hormone-like effects. The relationships between the adipokines secreted by adipose tissue and the pathophysiological processes of inflammation, metabolic syndrome and diabetes mellitus have been extensively investigated in recent years.
Primary Language | English |
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Journal Section | Technical Notes |
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Publication Date | May 1, 2012 |
Published in Issue | Year 2012 |