Blood levels of small and medium adiponectin linked to metabolism in adults checked for heart and metabolic health

Circulating low- and medium-molecular-weight adiponectin may be linked to various health characteristics.

• Low- and medium-molecular-weight adiponectin exist as distinct forms with potentially different effects on the body.
• Most human studies have focused on total adiponectin, which may overlook specific metabolic roles of its multimers.
• This study investigates the association of these adiponectin forms with cardiometabolic health, behavior, and dietary patterns in adults.
• Findings could reveal important connections between adiponectin types and health metrics in the context of a screening program.

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