Adipokines and Their Role in Women\'s Health: A Comprehensive Review
Adipokines are a vast group of bioactive molecules produced by adipose tissue.They have diverse functions which include adipocyte differentiation, energy metabolism, insulin resistance, inflammation, immunity, cancer, and angiogenesis.In women, adipokines influence various aspects from reproductive function to metabolic health and even mood.This review focusses on the role of key adipokines: Including leptin, adiponectin, resistin, and others in women's health.Gaining insight into the diverse ways that adipokines function can lead to potential approaches for therapeutic and diagnostic interventions that will improve the health of women.
Authors
- Victoria Kshetrimayum
- Maharabam Purnima Devi
- Rosyka Laithangbam
- Sunie Laishram
- Niketa Ashem
- Sangeeta Naorem
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Applied Biochemistry & Laboratory Medicine
- Published
- 2026-06-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5005/jablm-11031-0022
- Primary Topic
- Adipokines, Inflammation, and Metabolic Diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00