Beige Adipocyte

A type of adipocyte that can undergo 'browning', acquiring characteristics of brown adipocytes and increasing thermogenesis in response to cold or adrenergic stimulation.

Key Functions:

• Undergoes 'browning' to increase thermogenesis.
• Dissipates energy as heat.
• Expresses uncoupling protein 1 (UCP1) upon activation.
• Plays a role in energy expenditure and metabolic health.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Adipocyte (type of)
• Brown Adipocyte (shares characteristics with)
• Adipose Tissue (located in)
• Norepinephrine (activated by)
• Metabolic System (involved in energy metabolism)