You open a urine sample for testing and immediately detect a fruity odor. Which test result do you expect to be elevated on chemical analysis?
A) Protein
B) Urobilinogen
C) Ketones
D) Bilirubin

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The odor of the urine of a patient with uncontrolled diabetes is described as fruity because of the presence of ketones, which are the products of fat metabolism.

You Open a Urine Sample for Testing and Immediately Detect