KETONE (URINE) – BC278
🩸 Diabetes Check & Keto Diet Monitor📋 Test Details
- Report Time: Same Day.
- Sample Type: Spot Urine (Random).
- Fasting: Not Required (Can be done anytime).
- Test Code: BC278
What is the Urine Ketone Test?
Ketones are chemicals produced by the liver when your body breaks down fat for energy instead of sugar (glucose). Normally, urine should not contain ketones.
This test checks for the presence of ketone bodies (acetoacetate) in the urine. It is a vital tool for two very different groups of people: Diabetics and those on Weight Loss diets.
Why is this Test Performed?
If you have diabetes (especially Type 1) and your blood sugar is high, the presence of ketones is a DANGER SIGN. It suggests Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), a life-threatening medical emergency. It means your body is starving of insulin.
If you are on a Low-Carb or Ketogenic diet, finding ketones in urine is a GOOD SIGN. It confirms your body has entered "Ketosis" and is burning fat for fuel instead of carbs.
When should you book this test?
- If you are diabetic and have high blood sugar (>240 mg/dL).
- If you have symptoms like frequent urination, fruity-smelling breath, or confusion.
- To monitor fat burning progress during dieting or fasting.
- During pregnancy (to check for starvation ketosis if suffering from severe vomiting).
Frequently Asked Questions
Small/Trace Amount: Can happen due to fasting or intense exercise.
Moderate/Large Amount: Indicates significant fat breakdown. In diabetics, this requires immediate medical attention. In dieters, it means deep ketosis.
No. This is a random urine test. You can give the sample at any time of the day.
Yes. Severe dehydration or vomiting can cause ketones to appear in urine. Drinking water usually clears mild cases.
Disclaimer: For diabetics, a positive ketone result is an emergency. Consult a doctor immediately.