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Energy Metabolism

Ketogenesis

Production of ketone bodies as an alternative energy source.

Definition

Process of synthesizing ketone bodies (acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, acetic acid) in the liver from acetyl-CoA derived from beta-oxidation of fatty acids.

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