Brown Adipose Tissue

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Brown Adipose Tissue Definition

Brown-colored adipose tissue that is present in higher concentrations in newborns and hibernating animals. It contains numerous small droplets of lipids and high numbers of mitochondria as its primary function is to generate body heat.

Brown Adipose Tissue Synonyms

Brown Adipose Tissue, BAT, Brown Fat

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