January 1, 2013Open Access
Metabolic Risk Susceptibility in Men Is Partially Related to Adiponectin/Leptin Ratio
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Abstract
Adipokine levels may reflect adipose tissue triglyceride storage capacity and insulin sensitivity. Leptin is an index of fat mass, and adiponectin is a biomarker of triglyceride metabolism and insulin sensitivity. Men with high adiponectin/leptin ratios have better triglyceride profile and insulin sensitivity than men with a low ratio regardless of waist girth.