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Definition of «adipose»

Adipose refers to fat or tissue that is composed of adipocytes, which are specialized cells responsible for storing energy in the form of lipids. This term can also be used more broadly to describe a type of connective tissue found beneath the skin and around internal organs.

Usage examples

  1. Adipose tissue is responsible for storing energy in the form of fat.
  2. Excessive intake of calories can lead to an increase in adipose tissue and weight gain.
  3. Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes adipose tissue from specific areas of the body.
  4. Adipose-derived stem cells have shown great potential in regenerative medicine.
  5. The adiposity index is a measurement used to assess body fat percentage based on the amount of adipose tissue present.
  6. Obesity is often characterized by an excess of adipose tissue throughout the body.
  7. Adipose tissue plays a crucial role in insulation, protecting our organs, and maintaining body temperature.

Phrases with «adipose»

Sentences with «adipose»

  • Their body remodeled by turning their lean muscle tissue into adipose tissue. (hab-it.com)
  • Many cells in the body use glutamine as a fuel for growth and is synthesized in both skeletal muscle and in adipose tissue in addition to the lungs, liver, and brain. (enduropacks.com)
  • The researchers are also planning to conduct further analyses of patient samples to confirm their results, and are working with Charité - based cardiologists to determine the role of adipose tissue in patients with heart failure within the clinical setting. (sciencedaily.com)
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