Diabetes terms starting with K

4 terms

1. Ketonemia The presence of recognizable concentrations of ketone bodies in the plasma.
2. Ketones Acids produced when the body breaks down fat or fuel. This occurs when there is not enough insulin to permit glucose to enter the cells and fuel them or…
3. Ketosis An enhanced production of ketone bodies.
4. kidneys Twin organs found in the lower part of the back. The kidneys purify the blood of all waste and harmful material.