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Acetone Body.
Acetone Body - as a noun
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
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ketone bodyHypernyms (Closely Related)
ketoneHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"An acetone body odor is often associated with uncontrolled diabetes."
"An acetone body smell is sometimes an indication of a metabolic disorder."
"The patient's acetone body levels returned to normal after treatment."
