High molecular weight adiponectin and DXA-derived abdominal subcutaneous adipose tissue may independently protect against type 2 diabetes regardless of body mass index

ConclusionsHMW-adiponectin and DXA-derived abdominal SCAT may independently predict metabolic risk irrespective of BMI. Prospective studies need to explore whether paucity of abdominal SCAT could be one of several factors contributing to non-obese T2DM in Asian Indians.
Source: International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research