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Changes in MOTS-c Level in the Blood of Pregnant Women with Metabolic Disorders
12 Oct 2021
Abstract excerpt
MOTS-c peptide is a member of the group of mitochondria-derived peptides (MDP). It is a product of the open reading frame in the 12S RNA gene. Due to its features and functions in the body, this peptide is classified as a hormone. The first publications indicated that this hormone improves insulin sensitivity and lowers body weight in obese animals. This suggests that it may be an important peptide in maintaining...
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