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Published on: May 4, 2021
Role of leptin and adiponectin in immune response and inflammation
1Department of Clinical Laboratory, Gongli Hospital of Shanghai Pudong, Shanghai 200120, China.
Abstract:
Adipose tissue has gained significant attention for its role in immune response and inflammation through the secretion of adipokines. Adipokines, such as leptin and adiponectin, are secreted by adipose tissue and have been implicated in various physiological processes, with a focus on their role in modulating immune responses and inflammation. Leptin and adiponectin are the most abundant adipokines in human, playing a crucial role in regulating functions of the heart, skeletal muscle, growth, and inflammation. Leptin, a pro-inflammatory adipokine, is involved in controlling food intake and energy expenditure, and it influences immune cell activation and cytokine production. In contrast, adiponectin, an anti-inflammatory adipokine, circulates at high levels in the plasma and modulates immune cell functions, counteracting the effects of leptin. Here we provided an overview of the role of adipokines in immune response and inflammation. In addition,The leptin-adiponectin ratio (Adpn/Lep) has emerged as a significant indicator of various metabolic diseases and conditions. Further research is needed to fully elucidate the mechanisms by which adipokines influence immune responses and to identify potential therapeutic targets for inflammatory and metabolic disorders.
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