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ketogenesis

(kēt′ō jen′ə 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

Related Forms:

ketogenic adjective

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noun

The formation of ketone bodies, as occurs in diabetes.

Related Forms:

keˌto·genˈic adjective

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