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Corticotropin-Induced Hyperlipemia in Rabbits.
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1962
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Animal PhysiologyInflammationAdrenal GlandSubcutaneous InjectionsCorticotropin-induced HyperlipemiaPlasma Nefa LevelsMedicinePhysiologyPrompt ElevationHyperlipidemiaVascular BiologyAdrenal DiseaseGlucocorticoidEndocrinologyPharmacology
Repeated subcutaneous injections or intravenous infusion of corticotropin A1 in rabbits caused prompt elevation of plasma NEFA levels, accumulation of fat in the liver and kidneys, and hyperlipemia. These responses appear to be evoked by extra-adrenal action of corticotropin A1.