Leptin Flashcards
1
Q
What is leptin?
A
a hormone that is secreted by fat storage cells known as adipose cells
2
Q
What controls the concentration of leptin in the blood?
A
The amount of adipose tissue in the body
3
Q
What does leptin do?
A
Leptin binds to receptors located within the hypothalamus to inhibit appetite and thereby reduce food intake
