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Myokine Signaling

Meaning

Myokine signaling refers to the paracrine, autocrine, and endocrine communication pathway mediated by myokines, which are small peptide hormones or cytokines released by skeletal muscle fibers in response to contraction, particularly during exercise. These signaling molecules act as crucial inter-organ messengers, linking muscular activity directly to systemic metabolic health, inflammation, and the function of distant tissues like adipose tissue, liver, and brain. This pathway represents the endocrine function of muscle.