Ketosis

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.NounA metabolic state in which the body produces ketones to be used as fuel by some organs so that glycogen can be reserved for organs that depend on it. This condition occurs during times of fasting, starvation, or while on a ketogenic diet.

Synonyms

ketonemia acetonemia hyperketosis hypoketosis hyperketonemia ketoacidosis normoketonemia ketosuria hyperketonaemia hyperketoacidemia ketoacidemia ketonaemia

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