Under metabolic conditions associated with a high rate of fatty acid oxidation, liver produces

 # Under metabolic conditions associated with a high rate of fatty acid oxidation, liver produces:

A. Glutamate

B. Acetoacetate

C. Cholesterol

D. Glycine

The correct answer is B. Acetoacetate.

- The ketone body formation occurs primarily due to non-availability of carbohydrates to the tissues and excessive utilization of fatty acids to meet the energy requirements of the cells. 

- Acetone, Acetoacetate and Beta-hydroxybutyrate are the ketone bodies. 

- Glucagon stimulates ketogenesis whereas insulin inhibits ketogenesis.