Marsha says she sometimes has ketoacidosis. What kind of diabetes is she more likely to have, and how did she develop ketoacidosis? Why is ketoacidosis dangerous, and how can she detect it in time?
What will be an ideal response?
Ketoacidosis is a biochemical imbalance that is more common in people with type 1 diabetes. It comes about because the cells are unable to take up glucose, so they turn to lipids as sources of energy. Some fatty acids appear in the bloodstream, and the liver breaks them down, releasing ketones. Ketones lower the pH of the blood, endangering organ systems. Marsha can use urine test strips to detect ketones.
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