Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Chapter 16, Problem 47SA
Summary Introduction
To review:
The reason for linking adiponectin to the
Introduction:
Metabolic syndrome is the group of clinical disorders including dyslipidemia, hypertension, insulin resistance, and obesity. Insulin resistance originates because of the excess levels of FFA (free fatty acids) in the bloodstream.
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