Which of the following is/are TRUE regarding Leptin?
a. Leptin is a steroid hormone, and Leptin receptors are expressed in arcuate nuclei
b. Leptin is secreted by adipocytes, and Leptin receptors are expressed in arcuate nuclei
c. Leptin is released by the pituitary, and Leptin receptors are expressed in paraventricular nucleus
d. Leptin is secreted by adipocytes, and Leptin receptors are expressed in pituitary
Answer: b. Leptin is secreted by adipocytes, and Leptin receptors are expressed in arcuate nuclei
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