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Q: What is the function of the adipocytes?
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Cells that store fat are called?

Adipocytes [fat cells] (and adipose tissues) store fat.


Can adipocytes get larger?

Adipocytes do get larger. Actually when animals including humans get fat they do not elevate the number of adipocytes in their body they just have larger adipocytes. Adipocytes do not multiply in an adult body they just get larger or they shrink according to how much fat they store.


What promotes fat storage in adipocytes?

Lipoprotein lipase is what promotes the fat storage in adipocytes. This is an enzyme that is water-soluble and is in charge of hydrolyzing the lipoprotein's triglycerides.


Does growth hormone cause fat accumulation within adipocytes?

Yes, growth hormone can stimulate the breakdown of fats in adipocytes (fat cells) and promote the release of fatty acids into the bloodstream for energy use by the body. It does not directly cause fat accumulation within adipocytes.


If mature adipocytes do not divide how can adults gain weight?

Adipocytes contain a fat-filled vacuole that can fill or empty, causing the cell to gain or lose volume.


What is the cell type found in adipose tissue?

adipocytes


What type of cells are connective tissue made of?

fibrobalst and adipocytes


Is known to promote fat storage in adipocytes?

Lipoprotein lipase


What is known to promote fat storage in adipocytes?

Lipoprotein lipase


Which type of connective tissue cell has a large vacuole?

Adipocytes are the connective tissue cells that have a large vacuole, which stores fat as triglycerides. These cells play a role in energy storage, insulation, and cushioning in the body.


The cell stores fats and starch in?

The vacuoles


How do you convert the term adipocyte into a plural form?

The plural form of adipocyte is adipocytes