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Impact upon pH. Both acetoacetic acid and beta-hydroxybutyric acid are acidic, and, if levels of these ketone bodies are too high, the pH of the blood drops, resulting in ketoacidosis, a complication of untreated Type I diabetes, and sometimes in end stage Type II (see diabetic ketoacidosis).
High levels of ketones in blood causes the blood to become more acidic, which results in a chemical imbalance. slide 2 of 7. Causes of High Ketone Levels The primary cause of high levels of ketones in blood is poor management of diabetes. However, there are three basic triggers that can result in this condition. Sometimes, skipping a meal or not eating while you are sick can cause high levels of ketones.