An adipocyte is a fat cell. It is a type of cell found in our bodies that stores and collects fat, which helps provide energy and insulation. Full definition
In her study, «Biological Behavior of Adipocytes in Adolescents on Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (DMPA): Is It Related to Weight Gain? (plannedparenthood.org)
Prolonged decrease of adipocyte size after rosiglitazone treatment in high - and low - fat - fed rats. (researchdiets.com)
Emergence of brown adipocytes in white fat mice is under genetic control. (researchdiets.com)