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CONTEXT: Non-esterified fatty acids in plasma originate from adipose tissue. Delivery of fatty acids to the liver provides the substrate for VLDL triglycerides. Insulin-sensitive organs, overburdened by high concentrations of non-esterified fatty acids, may develop resistance to insulin action. In...

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Main Authors: Karpe, F, Frayn, K
Formato: Journal article
Idioma:English
Publicado em: 2004