Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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Chapter 25 - Metabolism and Nutrition - Figure 25.14 - Page 955: 2

Answer

Ketogenesis is the process of generating energy-rich ketone bodies. This process is carried out by hepatocytes.

Work Step by Step

The three well-known ketone bodies are acetoacetic acid, beta-hydroxyacetic acid, and acetone. These energy-rich compounds can freely diffuse through cell membranes, therefore, they leave hepatocytes and enter the blood stream.
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