Leptin Is an Important Hormone That Indicates a Generally Satisfactory

question 7

Multiple Choice

Leptin is an important hormone that indicates a generally satisfactory amount of metabolites available in the body. Which of the following is true regarding leptin?

• A) Leptin is produced in adipose tissue in response to the presence of large amounts of triacylglycerols
• B) One of the results of leptin production is the increase in thermogenesis in adipose tissue brought about through an increase in the expression of thermogenin
• C) The primary site of leptin's action is upon the hypothalamus where it ultimately results in the release of norepinephrine
• D) All of the above are correct
• E) A and C are correct

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