Ketogenesis:​ Synthesis of ketone bodies​
Biochemistry, PPTs

Ketogenesis:​ Synthesis of ketone bodies​

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April 13, 2022

Ketogenesis:​ Synthesis of ketone bodies​

  • Ketogenesis occurs in mitochondrial matrix of hepatocytes.
  • Ketone bodies include acetone, acetoacetate and  d-3-hydroxybutyrate.
  • Ketone bodies produced from acetyl CoA in response to prolonged starvation or untreated severe diabetic conditions.
  • During starvation, increased fatty acid oxidation for

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