Serum adiponectin and resistin in relation to insulin resistance andmarkers of hyperandrogenism in lean and obese women with polycystic ovarysyndrome

摘要

Objective The role of insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been established. However the role of adiponectin and resistin in the relationship between insulin resistance as markers of obesity and PCOS has not been conclusive. This study aims to determine the influence of the serum levels of adiponectin and resistin on PCOS, and assess possible correlations with the hormonal and metabolic parameters of the syndrome and obesity.