Life: The Science of Biology
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The possible blood tests, besides breath analysis that could be performed on a person to check the ketones, build up higher than normal in the body, the tests to check insulin insufficiency and their outcome if the result is positive.

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The acetone is a ketone that is produced as a result of the breakdown of fats in the body. The presence of acetone is detected by the breath analyzer. Due to the absence of hydrogen ion, the acetone does not get ionized in water. The insulin insufficiency leads to the accumulation of acetoacetic acid in the blood, creating an acidic environment.

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