Open AccessComparative Analysis of GCF Resistin Levels in Obese Subjects with and without Periodontal Disease
Author(s) -
Snophia Suresh
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2016/19066.7802
Subject(s) - resistin , medicine , waist , body mass index , periodontium , overweight , gastroenterology , obesity , chronic periodontitis , endocrinology , periodontitis , insulin resistance , adipokine , dentistry
Resistin is an adipocyte derived hormone that has been shown to play a substantial role in the development of insulin resistance. Resistin acts as a pro-inflammatory molecule and stimulates the synthesis and secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines. Recent studies have reported the association of Gingival Crevicular Fluid (GCF) resistin levels with periodontal condition.