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Ketone bodies are found in urine of patients with uncontrolled diabetes due to:1. Increased metabolism of protein2. Increased metabolism of fat3. Impaired kidney function4. Decomposition of excess sugar in blood

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : Increased metabolism of fat

Concept:

  • When the insulin is low in the body, the liver starts to break fat into ketones. Increased ketones in the urine are termed ketonuria.
  • Hyperglycemia or low insulin levels → lipolysis and oxidation of free fatty acids → ketones in the body → metabolic acidosis.

Explanation:

  • Starvation ketoacidosis occurs in deprivation of glucose. The body starts to use fat for metabolism that results in the production of ketones.
  • Alcohol ketoacidosis occurs because of alcohol abuse, and liver disease.


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