This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Metabolism of lipid, Subject name: Biochemistry
Ketone bodies are synthesized 
Select and explain. 
A. Cytosol, B. ER, C. Miochondria, D. Peroxisomes
C: Miochondria
Answer: C: Miochondria 
Explanation: Ketogenesis Acetoacetate is the primary ketone body while beta-hydroxybutyrate and acetone are secondary ketone bodies. They are synthesized exclusively by the liver mitochondriaRef: DM Vasudevan - Textbook of Biochemistry, 6th edition, page no: 143