beta-hydroxybutyric acid

Noun
  1. Beta derivative of hydroxybutyric acid that is found in the blood and urine in some cases of impaired metabolism (synset 114951388)
    is a type of:
    • acetone body, 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
    • hydroxybutyric acid, oxybutyric acid - hydroxy derivative of butyric acid

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