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Which cells are found in adipose tissue besides adipocytes?

Nerve cells
Muscle cells
Immune cells (correct)
Bone cells

What is the main role of adipose tissue?

To regulate body temperature
To store energy in the form of lipids (correct)
To produce hormones
To provide structural support

Which of the following is a hormone produced by adipose tissue?

Thyroxine
Insulin
Glucagon
Leptin (correct)

What is the term for the chronic release of pro-inflammatory markers by adipose tissue?

Adipokines (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the diseases associated with the development of metabolic syndrome?

Cardiovascular disease (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells are present in adipose tissue besides adipocytes?

Fibroblasts (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the fraction of cells in adipose tissue that includes preadipocytes, fibroblasts, and immune cells?

Stromal vascular fraction (SVF) (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is NOT produced by adipose tissue?

Insulin (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of adipose tissue?

To store energy in the form of lipids (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the constellation of diseases including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and atherosclerosis?

Metabolic syndrome (B) Signup and view all the answers

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