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Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D052242
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D052242
Preferred Name

Adiponectin

Definitions
A 30-kDa COMPLEMENT C1Q-related protein, the most abundant gene product secreted by FAT CELLS of the white ADIPOSE TISSUE. Adiponectin modulates several physiological processes, such as metabolism of GLUCOSE and FATTY ACIDS, and immune responses. Decreased plasma adiponectin levels are associated with INSULIN RESISTANCE; TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS; OBESITY; and ATHEROSCLEROSIS.
Synonyms
Adipocyte, C1q and Collagen Domain Containing Protein
Adipocyte Complement-Related Protein 30-kDa
apM 1 Protein
Adipose Most Abundant Gene Transcript 1
ACRP30 Protein
apM-1 Protein
Adipocyte Complement Related Protein 30 kDa
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