Role of leptin in the pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus
Leptin is a 16 kDa adipocyte-secreted hormone that regulates weight centrally and links nutritional status to neuroendocrine and immune functions. Several studies indicate that leptin plays an important role in immune responses. Leptin affects both innate and adaptive immunity. It can stimulate dend...
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| Language: | English |
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Indonesia Rheumatology Association
2018-02-01
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| Series: | Indonesian Journal of Rheumatology |
| Online Access: | https://journalrheumatology.or.id/index.php/ijr/article/view/12 |