ketogenesis

(kēt′ō jenə sis)

noun

the formation of ketones, such as acetone, in the body as a result of the incomplete oxidation of organic compounds such as fatty acids or carbohydrates

Origin: keto- + -genesis

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See ketogenesis in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The formation of ketone bodies, as occurs in diabetes.

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  • keˌto·genˈic adjective

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