[20] Limitations of Animal Models in Obesity Research Flashcards
1
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What are Animal Models of Obesity?
A
Rodent and large-animal models.
2
Q
What is the main challenge in translating animal model findings to humans?
A
Complex barriers, including anatomical and metabolic differences.
3
Q
Limitations of rodent models?
A
Variations in obesity resistance, metabolic reactions.
4
Q
Challenges in large-animal models?
A
Specialized equipment, long life-cycles.
5
Q
What is obesogenic?
A
Factors that promote obesity.
6
Q
What are Metabolic Sequelae?
A
After-effects related to metabolism.
