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Association of adiponectin level and variants in the adiponectin gene with glucose metabolism, energy expenditure, and cytokines in offspring of type 2 diabetic patients.
The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism - 1 Jul 2005
Salmenniemi Urpu, Zacharova Jelena, Ruotsalainen Eija, Vauhkonen Ilkka, Pihlajamäki Jussi, Kainulainen Sakari, Punnonen Kari, Laakso Markku
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Adiponectin is an adipose-specific secretory protein abundantly present in the circulation. The role of adiponectin in the control of energy expenditure and substrate utilization has not yet been established. DESIGN: We performed detailed metabolic studies in a large cohort (n = 158) of offspring of patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) to determine the association of adiponectin level with glucose and...
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