Structure, production, transport and signaling of leptin. Participation of leptin in support of maintaining of homeostasis

In this article, the main functions of the hormone leptin and its participation in maintaining energy homeostasis are considered. Its structural and functional features, ways and ways of secretion, signaling are considered. The characteristics of the systems that transport the hormone are given. The role of leptin in the pathogenesis of various endocrine diseases is considered.