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  • Metabolic Physiology
  • Molecular Biology

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  • Adipose tissue functions as an endocrine organ secreting key regulatory factors.
  • Adiponectin is a major adipokine with diverse physiological roles.
  • Understanding adiponectin's functions is crucial for metabolic and inflammatory disease research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of adiponectin.
  • To detail its discovery, structure, receptors, and regulation.
  • To elucidate its multifaceted physiological functions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of adiponectin research.
  • Analysis of signaling pathways involving AdipoR1 and AdipoR2.
  • Examination of adiponectin's effects on cellular and whole-body physiology.

Main Results:

  • Adiponectin exists in multiple multimeric forms and signals via AdipoR1/R2.
  • Signaling involves AMPK, p38 MAPK, PPARα, and APPL1.
  • AdipoR1/R2 possess ceramidase activity, reducing ceramide levels.
  • Adiponectin enhances fatty acid oxidation, inhibits hepatic glucose production, and reduces inflammation.
  • It confers protection to vasculature, heart, lung, and colon.

Conclusions:

  • Adiponectin is a critical regulator of energy homeostasis and inflammation.
  • Its signaling pathways are complex and tissue-dependent.
  • Adiponectin exhibits significant therapeutic potential for metabolic and inflammatory diseases.