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Adipose Tissue Activity

Meaning

This term describes the dynamic endocrine and metabolic functions of fat tissue, moving beyond its traditional role as merely an energy storage depot. Adipose tissue is a crucial endocrine organ, actively secreting a range of hormones and signaling molecules, collectively known as adipokines, which influence systemic metabolism and inflammation. Evaluating this activity provides a clinical window into metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and overall hormonal balance. A high degree of pathological activity often correlates with chronic metabolic dysfunction.