Term Name:	ketone body
Synonyms:	ketone bodies
Definition:	A carbonyl compound produced as a water-soluble byproduct when fatty acids are broken down for energy in the liver. There are three endogenous ketone bodies: acetone, acetoacetic acid, and (R)-3-hydroxybutyric acid; others may be produced as a result of the metabolism of synthetic triglycerides.
Ontology:	ChEBI [CHEBI:73693]  ( EBI )