<s>[INST] What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)? [/INST] What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious condition in which an insulin-deprived body seeks energy from stored fat. Ketones are caused by the breakdown of fat when there isn’t enough insulin to allow the glucose (sugar) into your cells for energy. When ketones build up, the result is acidosis (too much acid in the blood). If not treated, this can lead to death. Source: JDRF. Link: https://www.jdrf.org/t1d-resources/about/faq/. Field: Endocrine. Disease: Diabetes </s>