↓ adiponectin gene expression (Adipoq) in SAT, not in VAT↓ adiponectin protein levels in SAT, VAT, and serum (hamsters)Antiviral responsea: VAT > SATAdipocytes express Ace2, Tmprss2, Nrp1, Furin, TrfcAdipocytes permissiveb to viral infection. This evidence concerns the gene ADIPOQ and viral infectious disease.