GHRELIN: PHYSIOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF ACTION

  • L.V. Nikanava Educational Establishment «Grodno State Medical University»
  • E.V. Davydchyk Educational Establishment «Grodno State Medical University»
Keywords: ghrelin, obesity, carbohydrate metabolism, insulin resistance, immune system

Abstract

The mechanism of action of the hunger hormone ghrelin is described in the article. Aspects of ghrelin influence on the carbohydrate exchange, digestive system, myocardium, immune system as well as participation of the hormone in pregnancy maintenance are reflected too.

Published
2015-08-04
Issue
No. 3(43) (2013): Journal of the Grodno State Medical University
Section
REVIEWS