Serum Tsukushi levels are elevated in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic patients

Tsukushi, a newly identified hepatokine, has been recently characterized as a potent modifier in lipid metabolism and energy homeostasis, but the role of Tsukushi in diabetes remains almost unknown. We detected for the first time the increased serum Tsukushi levels in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes, exploring the relationship between Tsukushi and various metabolic parameters.

Source: Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice - July 27, 2021 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Yan-Yan Li, Xu-Nan Wu, Xia Deng, Pan-Pan Zhang, Hao-Xiang Li, Ke Chen, Dan-Ping Wu, Tian Gu, Chen-Xi Wang, Li Zhao, Dong Wang, Ling Yang, Guo-Yue Yuan Source Type: research