NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -There are three types of adipocytes that constitute two different types of adipose tissue; White adipocytes-main cells of the white adipose tissue. Brown adipocytes-chief cells of the brown adipose tissue. Beige adipocytes-recently discovered type, found dispersed within white fat tissue.

Detailed explanation-2: -White adipocytes are the most abundant adipocytes in humans. White adipose tissue depots also have a remarkable ability to expand and store energy, and they signal to the brain and other tissues to strongly influence feeding behavior and metabolic homeostasis.

Detailed explanation-3: -The traditional role attributed to white adipose tissue is energy storage, fatty acids being released when fuel is required. The metabolic role of white fat is, however, complex. For example, the tissue is needed for normal glucose homeostasis and a role in inflammatory processes has been proposed.