Diaceturia

/ˌdaɪəsɪˈtjʊəriə/ noun

Definition

A variant term for the presence of acetate compounds in the urine, related to metabolic conditions.

Etymology

From 'dia-' (through) + 'acet-' (acetic/acetate) + '-uria' (urine), similar formation to diacetonuria.

Kelly Says

Diaceturia and diacetonuria are medical cousins—both reveal metabolic chaos happening inside your body through simple urine testing, which is why your doctor always checks your pee.

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