ADIPOQ (-11391 G/A) (adiponectin)

The gene is present in the following complexes:

DNA diagnostics for a predisposition to metabolic syndrome

Adiponectin has a protective function against hyperglycemia, insulin resistance and atherosclerosis. The -11391A allele carriers are characterized by a lower weight and waist-to-hip ratio. The risk of obesity in people with the A/A genotype is lower compared to G/G. The G/A genotype is also associated with a lower obesity risk.