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Increased leptin/adiponectin ratio relates to low-normal thyroid function in metabolic syndrome.
Lipids in health and disease - 11 Jan 2017
van Tienhoven-Wind Lynnda J N, Dullaart Robin P F
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Low-normal thyroid function within the euthyroid range may contribute to increased atherosclerosis susceptibility. The leptin/adiponectin (L/A) ratio is associated with cardiovascular disease and reflects adipose tissue dysfunction. Relationships of the L/A ratio with low-normal thyroid function are unknown. METHODS: Relationships of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and free thyroxine (free T4) with...
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