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Fat cell: A cell containing fat. Also called an adipocyte.
A fat cell, or adipocyte, is a connective tissue cell that has differentiated and become specialized in the synthesis (manufacture) and storage of fat.
The fat cell (adipocyte) is important to the body in maintaining proper energy balance, storing calories in the form of lipids, mobilizing energy sources in response to hormonal stimulation, and commanding changes by signal secretions.
Fat cells lie behind how you gain and lose weight. Learn about fat cells, body fat basics, how fat is stored in the body and how the body breaks down fat.
Library > Literature & Language > Dictionary n. Any of various cells found in adipose tissue that are specialized for the storage of fat. Also called adipocyte
cell (sel) 1. any of the protoplasmic masses making up organized tissue, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by cytoplasm enclosed in a cell or plasma membrane.
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Fat cells---or---"adipocytes" are the cells that make up the adipose tissue. These cells are used by the body to synthesize and store calorie surplus that the body ...