When excess acetyl CoA accumulates in the liver, a pathway called ________ is initiated.

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The excess acetyl CoA is used in ketogenesis, which is the process of producing ketone bodies (such as acetone, acetoacetate, and beta-hydroxybutyrate) in the liver. These ketone bodies can then be used by other tissues (such as the brain) as an alternative fuel source when glucose is limited, such as during fasting or a low-carbohydrate diet.

When Excess Acetyl CoA Accumulates in the Liver, a Pathway