The Accumulation of Ketone Bodies in the Blood Results in Which

question 28

Multiple Choice

The accumulation of ketone bodies in the blood results in which of the following?

• A) a decrease in the pH of the blood
• B) no effect on the pH of the blood
• C) an increase in the pH of the blood
• D) an increase in [Na⁺] in the interstitial fluids

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