Difference between revisions of "Adipose Tissue Endocrine Function - Anatomy & Physiology"
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Adipose tissue is loose connective tissue composed of adipocytes. The main function is to store energy as fat, but it also has an important endocrine function. | Adipose tissue is loose connective tissue composed of adipocytes. The main function is to store energy as fat, but it also has an important endocrine function. | ||
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Revision as of 16:41, 10 September 2010
Adipose tissue is loose connective tissue composed of adipocytes. The main function is to store energy as fat, but it also has an important endocrine function.
Hormone | Regulation and Production | Action |
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Leptin | Leptin is produced when the body has had adequate to eat. | Sends a signal to the appetite centre of the Hypothalamus indicating satiety. Leptin also seems to be a significant regulator of reproductive function, as animals with low body mass, and thus low leptin levels fail to cycle. |
Resistin | - | Participates in the immune response. It may have some role in obesity and Type II Diabetes mellitus. |