Avogaro, A Epinephrine's ketogenic effect in humans is mediated principally by lipolysis. [electronic resource] - The American journal of physiology Aug 1992 - E250-60 p. digital Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S. ISSN: 0002-9513 Standard No.: 10.1152/ajpendo.1992.263.2.E250 doi Subjects--Topical Terms: 3-Hydroxybutyric AcidAcetoacetates--metabolismAdultEpinephrine--pharmacologyFatty Acids--metabolismFemaleHumansHydroxybutyrates--metabolismKetone Bodies--biosynthesisLipolysis--physiologyMalePalmitic AcidPalmitic Acids--metabolism