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Adiponectin levels in captive Owl Monkeys (Aotus sp.)
André Luis de Souza Teixeira1, Welington Bandeira da Silva2,3, Liana Villela de Gouvêa1
1Postgraduate Program in Veterinary Medicine (Clinic and Animal Reproduction), School of Veterinary Medicine, Federal Fluminense University, Rua Vital Brasil Filho no 64, Niterói, CEP 24320340, Brazil.
Serum adiponectin levels in captive owl monkeys (Aotus sp.) averaged 541.99 ng/mL. Body weight showed a moderate positive correlation with adiponectin in males, but sex and age had no significant impact.
Area of Science:
- Primate physiology
- Endocrinology
- Metabolic research
Background:
- Adiponectin is a key adipokine involved in glucose and lipid metabolism.
- Understanding adiponectin levels in non-human primates is crucial for comparative physiology and disease modeling.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the mean serum adiponectin levels in captive Aotus sp.
- To investigate the influence of sex and age on adiponectin levels.
- To explore the correlation between body weight and adiponectin in this species.
Main Methods:
- Serum samples were collected from captive Aotus sp.
- Adiponectin concentrations were measured using a validated assay.
- Statistical analyses were performed to assess correlations and group differences.
Main Results:
- The mean serum adiponectin level was 541.99 ± 73.05 ng/mL.
- No significant influence of sex or age on adiponectin levels was observed.
- A moderate positive correlation was found between body weight and adiponectin levels in male Aotus sp.
Conclusions:
- Serum adiponectin levels in captive Aotus sp. are established.
- Adiponectin regulation in this species appears independent of sex and age.
- Body weight is a potential factor influencing adiponectin in male owl monkeys.
