It is also used as a treatment to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Ketoacidosis - A condition in which a lack of insulin causes reduced or abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates. This leads to an increase of ketones and acid in the blood. Ketones - Organic compounds in the body that accumulate in the blood and urine of people who have conditions of impaired metabolism, such as diabetes. Lipids - Fatty substances that are not soluble in water.
Lipids serve as a source of fuel and are one of the main components of cell structure.
The higher the LDL level, the higher the risk of coronary artery disease. Microalbumin - Small amounts of a protein, albumin, that can be detected in the urine. Microalbuminuria - A condition in which an increased amount of microalbumin is present in the urine. Urine tests can measure the amount of microalbumin in the urine, which reflects the filtering ability of the kidneys. Nephropathy - An abnormal state or disease of the kidney.