Fibroblast Growth Factor 21 Mimetics for Treating Atherosclerosis
Fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) is an atypical member of the FGF family. Acting in an endocrine fashion, it increases glucose uptake, modulates lipid metabolism, and sensitizes insulin response in metabolically active organs, including the liver and adipose tissue. Emerging evidence shows a stro...
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| Language: | English |
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Korean Endocrine Society
2017-05-01
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| Series: | Endocrinology and Metabolism |
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| Online Access: | https://e-enm.org/Synapse/Data/PDFData/2008ENM/enm-32-145.pdf |