Ketone Body

Of ketone.   May also be referred to as acetone body.

A ketone that is an intermediate product of the breakdown of fats in the body; any of three compounds (acetoacetic acid, acetone, and/or beta-hydroxybutyric acid) found in excess in blood and urine of persons with metabolic disorders.

This concept's ID is @1~75539

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  • acetoacetic acid 0 facts

    Unstable acid found in abnormal amounts in the blood and urine in some cases of...

  • beta-hydroxybutyric acid 0 facts

    Beta derivative of hydroxybutyric acid that is found in the blood and urine...