This study plans to learn more about how different adipose tissues are related to diabetes and muscle mass and strength, as well as how to non-invasively track liver disease in those undergoing elective abdominal surgeries.
Participants will be asked to complete a screening visit prior to their procedure which will include a fasted OGTT, DEXA scan, muscle strength testing, and MRI of the abdomen and thigh. During surgery, the research team will perform a muscle biopsy of the vastus lateralis, and the surgeon will take biopsies of the liver, abdominal muscle, and abdominal fat.
Must be scheduled for a qualifying elective abdominal surgery performed by a collaborating surgeon. BMI < 50 Not using tobacco or marijuana products frequently May not be taking a number of medications including HRT, systemic steroids, or insulin Women: pre or post menopause, have not been pregnant or breastfeeding within the last 6 months
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