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Urine Ketones

Urine Ketones· also: Ketonuria

Clinical Overview

Ketonuria indicates fat breakdown as an energy source. Present in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), starvation, low-carbohydrate diets, and prolonged vomiting. DKA is a medical emergency requiring urgent care.

Reference RangesWHO/IFCC standards

Reference RangeUnitNotes
Negative / Non-reactivequalitativeNegative = normal

Also reported in: mg/dL.

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diabetesDKAketonesstarvation

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