The role of signalling molecules, released by the blood vessels, in the browning of white adipose tissue cells. (IMAGE)

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The role of signalling molecules, released by the blood vessels, in the browning of white adipose tissue cells.

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Growth factors such as PDGF, FGF, EGF, released by vascular endothelial cells in response to angiogenic stimuli like vascular endothelial growth factors, mediate the maturation of adipocytes.

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Yihai Cao

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