OBO ID: GO:0046951
Term Name: ketone body biosynthetic process Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • ketone body anabolism
  • ketone body biosynthesis
  • ketone body formation
  • ketone body synthesis
Definition: The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of ketone bodies, any one of the three substances: acetoacetate, D-3-hydroxybutyrate (beta-hydroxybutyrate) or acetone. Biosynthesis involves the formation of hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA, which is cleaved to acetate and acetyl-CoA. 0198506732
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Ontology: GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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