Biochemistry Topics, Lipid Metabolism
Last Updated: May 2, 2025 Introduction to the Synthesis of Triglycerides Fatty acids are stored for future use as triglycerides (TG; also termed triacylglycerides, TAG) in all cells, but primarily in adipocytes of adipose tissue. Triglycerides constitute molecules of...
Adipose Tissue & Obesity, Specialized Topics
Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Introduction to Adipose Tissue Adipose tissue is not merely an organ designed to passively store excess carbon in the form of fatty acids esterified to glycerol (triglycerides). Mature adipocytes synthesize and secrete numerous enzymes,...