Essential Biochemistry - Carbohydrate Metabolism (Section 8 - No. 9)

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
High blood glucose, ketone bodies, and metabolic acidosis
Low blood glucose, ketone bodies, and metabolic acidosis
High blood glucose, no ketone bodies, and metabolic alkalosis
Low blood glucose, no ketone bodies, and metabolic alkalosis

Explanation

DKA is characterized by high blood glucose, presence of ketone bodies, and metabolic acidosis.

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