Indonesian Journal Health Science and Medicine
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): July

Assessment of Serum Omentin-1 in Prostate Cancer: Correlation with Anthropometric and Biochemical Factors

Ali Miqdad Mohammed (Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine, University of Basrah, Basrah)
Abrar I. Albadr (Lecturer, M.B.Ch.B, FIBMS (Chem. Path.), Department of Biochemistry,College of Medicine, University of Basrah, Basrah)
Haider Jaber Sagban (Medical Oncologist (Iraqi Board), President of Arab Board for Oncology in Iraq)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Jan 2026

Abstract

Background: Omentin-1, a novel adipokine predominantly secreted by visceral adipose tissue, modulates glucose metabolism, inflammation, and carcinogenesis, yet its clinical significance in prostate cancer remains underexplored. Knowledge Gap: While adipokines are implicated in obesity-related malignancies, the specific relationship between serum omentin-1 levels and prostate cancer, particularly regarding body mass index and metabolic parameters, is not fully understood. Aims: This study evaluated serum omentin-1 concentrations in 88 newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients compared to 88 age-matched healthy controls, examining correlations with anthropometric measurements and biochemical markers. Results: Serum omentin-1 levels were significantly elevated in prostate cancer patients, particularly in younger age groups and normal-weight to overweight categories, with negative correlation to BMI (r=−0.3, p<0.01) and positive correlation to PSA (r=0.5, p<0.01); multivariate regression identified omentin-1 as an independent protective factor (OR=0.79, p<0.0001). Novelty: This research establishes omentin-1 as an independent predictor of prostate cancer risk alongside traditional biomarkers. Implications: These findings suggest omentin-1 may serve as a complementary biomarker reflecting metabolic-oncological interactions in prostate cancer risk stratification.Keywords : Omentin-1, Prostate Cancer, Body Mass Index, Prostate-Specific Antigen, AdipokinesHighlight : Omentin-1 levels negatively correlate with BMI but positively correlate with PSA levels. Elevated omentin-1 particularly evident in younger age groups and normal-weight individuals. Omentin-1 identified as independent protective factor against prostate cancer in regression analysis.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijhsm

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Subject

Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health Veterinary

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