Definition that contains hydroxybutyric acid
- beta-hydroxybutyric acid beta derivative of hydroxybutyric acid that is found in the blood and urine in some cases of impaired metabolism
- ketone body a ketone that is an intermediate product of the breakdown of fats in the body; any of three compounds (acetoacetic acid, acetone, and/or beta-hydroxybutyric acid) found in excess in blood and urine of persons with metabolic disorders
- acetone body a ketone that is an intermediate product of the breakdown of fats in the body; any of three compounds (acetoacetic acid, acetone, and/or beta-hydroxybutyric acid) found in excess in blood and urine of persons with metabolic disorders