Gene Expression of Leptin, Resistin, and Adiponectin in the White Adipose Tissue of Obese Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Insulin Resistance

Authors:
  • SGShobha J Gowder
    Shobha J Gowder
  • KSKaren Schlauch
    Karen Schlauch
  • HEHazem Elariny
    Hazem Elariny
  • RCRochelle Collantes
    Rochelle Collantes
  • AAArian Afendy
    Arian Afendy
  • JOJanus P Ong
    Janus P Ong
  • ZGZachary Goodman
    Zachary Goodman
  • VCVikas Chandhoke
    Vikas Chandhoke
  • ZYZobair M Younossi
    Zobair M Younossi

Abstract
Background: Adipose tissue is an active endocrine organ that secretes a variety of metabolically important substances including adipokines. These factors affect insulin sensitivity and may represent...