A urine ketone body test measures the level of ketone bodies in the urine. Cells in the body normally use glucose (sugar) from the blood for energy.
When cells can't get enough glucose, the body breaks down fat for energy instead. This creates acids called ketones, which can build up in your blood and urine.
It is normal to have ketone bodies in your urine. However, high levels of ketones in your urine can indicate that your body is too acidic—a condition called ketoacidosis. The most common form of ketoacidosis is a complication of diabetes called diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Diabetic ketoacidosis is a medical emergency that often develops rapidly and can even be life-threatening.
If you have diabetes, testing for ketone bodies in your urine can help identify high ketone levels early, so you can get treatment right away. Home testing is available if your doctor recommends frequent testing.
Other Names: Ketone Urinalysis, Ketone Test, Urine Ketones, Ketone Bodies
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