Biology and significance of leptin in animal production: A perspective
Leptin, an adipocyte-derived cytokine (adipokine) has plethora of physiological roles in the body, particularly in the onset of puberty, viz. reproduction and immune function of an animal. Moreover, body fatness which is a crucial determinant of meat quality is governed by blood leptin level. Since...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Indian Council of Agricultural Research
2023-12-01
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| Series: | Indian Journal of Animal Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IJAnS/article/view/116875 |