Differentiate between glycosuria and ketonuria.

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(N/A) Glycosuria: It refers to the presence of glucose in the urine. This condition is commonly observed in patients suffering from $Diabetes \ mellitus$,where blood glucose levels exceed the renal threshold.
Ketonuria: It refers to the presence of ketone bodies in the urine. This condition occurs due to the breakdown of fats for energy,which is often seen during prolonged fasting,starvation,or uncontrolled $Diabetes \ mellitus$.

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