Adipose tissue

Adipose: Loose CT. Source of stored energy, thermal insulation, cushion. Highly vascular but capillaries have small dimensions compared to adipocytes.

Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue composed of fat storing cells that harvest and utilize the energy in fats.

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SEM (scanning electron microscope) micrograph of fat cells.

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Adipose tissue acts as an insulating layer, helping to reduce heat loss through the skin. It also has a protective function, providing mechanical protection and support around some of the major organs, e.g. kidneys. Adipose tissue is also a means of energy storage.

McMaster University scientists found that physical activity can blunt the effects of a major obesity gene, called FTO, and thus is effective in lowering body mass index and waist circumference.

Connective tissue, dense, adipose, areolar, compact bone, blood Illustration by Emma Gregory

Adipose tissue, also known as fat tissue or fatty tissue, is a connective tissue that is mainly composed of fat cells called adipocytes

10 b Connective tissue loose areolar ...adipose... Dense regular...mucoid