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Adipose tissues interact with myriad organs to maintain global homeostasis. Adipocytes are located in discrete depots and niches throughout the body and have fundamental and complex roles in storage and release of energy in response to local and global needs, thermoregulation, mechanical support, and secretion of adipokines to regulate energy balance, metabolism, and immune responses.
