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ketone body

CHEBI:CHEBI_73693

Definition

A carbonyl compound produced as a water-soluble byproduct when fatty acids are broken down for energy in the liver. There are three endogenous ketone bodies: acetone, acetoacetic acid, and (R)-3-hydroxybutyric acid; others may be produced as a result of the metabolism of synthetic triglycerides.

Alternative Names

  • ketone bodies

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Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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Additional Identifiers

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Additional References

Wikipedia:Ketone_body

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