Leptin is a
A) mutated form of insulin.
B) hormone receptor expressed in adipocytes.
C) adipocyte peptide hormone.
D) recessive gene that causes obesity.

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Leptin is an adipocyte peptide hormone that plays a key role in regulating energy balance, appetite, and metabolism. It is mainly produced by adipose tissue and acts on the hypothalamus in the brain to reduce food intake and increase energy expenditure. Leptin deficiency or resistance can lead to obesity and metabolic disorders.

Leptin Is a