Leptin

**Definition:** A 16-kDa peptide hormone secreted from WHITE ADIPOCYTES. Leptin serves as a feedback signal from fat cells to the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM in regulation of food intake, energy balance, and fat storage.

**Tree numbers:** - D06.472.699.042.500 - D12.644.276.024.500 - D12.644.548.011.500 - D12.776.467.024.500 - D23.529.024.500

**Synonyms:** - Ob Gene Product - Ob Protein - Obese Gene Product - Obese Protein