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Under metabolic conditions associated with a high rate of fatty acid oxidation, liver produces

 # Under metabolic conditions associated with a high rate of fatty acid oxidation, liver produces:
A. Glutamate
B. Acetoacetate
C. Cholesterol
D. Glycine


The correct answer is B. Acetoacetate.

- The ketone body formation occurs primarily due to non-availability of carbohydrates to the tissues and excessive utilization of fatty acids to meet the energy requirements of the cells. 
- Acetone, Acetoacetate and Beta-hydroxybutyrate are the ketone bodies. 
- Glucagon stimulates ketogenesis whereas insulin inhibits ketogenesis. 


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