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Ketones blood

Test Code:

BC0191

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

EDTA tube

Specimen Requirement

Whole Blood EDTA
Adult: 3 mL blood
Paediatrics and Neonate: 500 uL blood


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

Yes

Turn Around Time

Average 30 mins ( 25 - 35 mins )

Reference Value(s)

Whole Blood: >1st month: 0- 0.6 mmol/L
Critical Value: >1.5 mmol/L

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Clinical Chemistry

Contact Number

6394 1383

Day and Time Performed

Daily, 24 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

NB: Measure beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) only. Of the 3 ketones bodies in blood (BHB, acetoacetate and acetone), BHB is the most important. Blood BHB measurement is the preferred method for diagnosis and monitoring of ketosis.

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Ketones blood Beta Hydroxybutyrate BC0191
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