Brown Adipose Tissue - role in metabolic disorders
Brown adipose tissue, a thermogenic organ, previously thought to be present in only small mammals and children has recently been identified in adult humans. Located primarily in the supraclavicular and cervical area, it produces heat by uncoupling oxidative phosphorylation due to the unique presence...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Ibrahim Medical College
2019-06-01
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Series: | IMC Journal of Medical Science |
Online Access: | http://www.imcjms.com/registration/journal_full_text/307 |