Mobilization of fat from adipose tissue requires the enzymatic activity of

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Hormone-sensitive lipase is the enzyme responsible for hydrolyzing triglycerides stored in adipose tissue into free fatty acids and glycerol, allowing for their release into circulation. Lipoprotein lipase is involved in the uptake of fatty acids by cells, phospholipase A2 is involved in the release of arachidonic acid from cell membranes, pancreatic lipase is involved in fat digestion in the small intestine, and glycerol kinase is involved in the metabolism of glycerol.

Mobilization of Fat from Adipose Tissue Requires the Enzymatic Activity