Explain the clinical significance of the three ketone bodies. Relate expected laboratory results and clinical symptoms to the following metabolic complications of diabetes: Ketoacidosis Hyperosmolar...

Explain the clinical significance of the three ketone bodies. Relate expected laboratory results and clinical symptoms to the following metabolic complications of diabetes:

Ketoacidosis

Hyperosmolar coma

Distinguish between reactive and spontaneous hypoglycemia. Describe the principle, specimen of choice, and the advantages and disadvantages of the glucose analysis methods.