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Are leptin receptors present in the gingiva?

Authors :
Rai, Balwant
Anand, S.C.
Kharb, Simmi
Jain, Rajnish K.
Source :
The Internet Journal of Dental Science. June 7, 2008
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

Leptin, a pleiotropic cytokine, regulates various metabolic and endocrine responses, has emerged as an important regulator of inflammation. Also, hyperleptinemia has been reported as a component of metabolic syndrome. Periodontitis [...]

Subjects

Subjects :
Gums -- Physiological aspects
Hormone receptors -- Physiological aspects
Hormone receptors -- Health aspects
Leptin -- Physiological aspects
Leptin -- Health aspects
Health

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
19378238
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Internet Journal of Dental Science
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.180592520

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