Ketonuria is a medical condition in which ketone bodies are present in the urine. It is seen in conditions in which the body produces excess ketones as an indication that it is using an alternative source of energy. It is seen during starvation or more commonly in type I diabetes mellitus. Production of ketone bodies is a normal response to a shor... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ketonuria
<biochemistry> The presence of ketone bodies in the urine, this is a symptom of diabetes mellitus. ... Origin: Gr. Ouron = urine ... (09 Oct 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
the presence of ketone (acetone) bodies in the urine. It may occur in diabetes mellitus, starvation or after persistant vomiting. It results from the partial oxidation of fats. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22239
Ketonuria: A condition in which abnormally high amounts of ketone bodies (a byproduct of the breakdown of cells) are present in the urine. Ketonuria is a sign seen in diabetes mellitus that is out of control. Diabetics prone to ketonuria need to monitor their urine for signs of ketone buildup that could lead to life-threatening symptoms unless prom... Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=12478
The presence of ketone bodies in the urine, which include acetone, acetoacetic acid, and beta-hydroxybutyric acid. During pregnancy, early detection of ketonuria is important because of the risks that are associated with intrauterine death of the fetus. Narrower term(s): Ketone Found on http://www.pregnology.com/