Inhibitory effect of IL-8 on insulin action in human adipocytes via MAP kinase pathway

• Main Authors: Tobe Kazuyuki (Author), Yamazaki Katusuya (Author), Usui Isao (Author), Iwata Minoru (Author), Ishiki Manabu (Author), Asamizu Sachie (Author), Kobashi Chikaaki (Author), Kobayashi Masashi (Author), Urakaze Masaharu (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2009-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Various cytokines and other compounds are produced in human adipose tissue and might have functions in the adipose tissue. They might be involved in complications associated with obesity and diabetes. Recently, interleukin-8 (IL-8) h...