Ketones are a type of acid your body produces when it needs to break down body fat for energy. Trace amounts of ketones in your urine aren’t usually a cause for concern, but high levels can indicate a ...
Anna Nicholas receives funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). Ketones are produced by the liver when the body faces a shortage of glucose (sugar). This ...
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Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a complication of diabetes that occurs when the body doesn't produce enough insulin to utilize glucose (sugar) for energy. Instead, the liver starts breaking down and ...
Arizona State University (ASU) reported the receipt of a patent for a device with colorimetric sensors for measuring excreted ketones in a body fluid. Additional sensors may be incorporated to measure ...