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Common genetic variation in the SERPINF1 locus determines overall adiposity, obesity-related insulin resistance, and circulating leptin levels.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2012
Böhm Anja, Ordelheide Anna-Maria, Machann Jürgen, Heni Martin, Ketterer Caroline, Machicao Fausto, Schick Fritz, Stefan Norbert, Fritsche Andreas, Häring Hans-Ulrich, Staiger Harald
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: Pigment epithelium-derived factor (PEDF) belongs to the serpin family of peptidase inhibitors (serpin F1) and is among the most abundant glycoproteins secreted by adipocytes. In vitro and mouse in vivo data revealed PEDF as a candidate mediator of obesity-induced insulin resistance. Therefore, we assessed whether common genetic variation within the SERPINF1 locus contributes to adipose tissue-related...
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