In separate, univariate, logistic regression models the following variables were associated with MetS (diagnosed using only HDL, triglyceride, glucose and blood pressure measurements) risk at p<0.10: HOMA, adiponectin, waist and hip circumference, total body fat mass, total body FFSTM, subcutaneous and visceral fat thickness, age, menopausal status, receiving ART and smoking. Here, ADIPOQ is linked to metabolic syndrome.