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Test Code Ketones Ketones

Additional Codes

ALAB: KETONES

PowerChart: Beta Hydroxybutyrate Level

MA Cerner: Ketone Level

Specimen Requirement

500mcL of serum or lithium heparin plasma

It is recommended that the serum or plasma be separated from contact with cells within 2 hours from time of collection.

 

Useful For

Monitoring therapy for diabetic ketoacidosis

Investigating the differential diagnosis of any patient presenting to the emergency room with hypoglycemia, acidosis, suspected alcohol ingestion, or an unexplained increase in the anion gap

In pediatric patients, the presence or absence of ketonemia/uria is an essential component in the differential diagnosis of inborn errors of metabolism

Serum beta-hydroxybutyrate is a key parameter monitored during controlled 24-hour fasts

 

Performance

Performed Monday through Sunday

Typically completed within 30 minutes after the specimen arrives at the testing site.

CPT Code Information

82010 Chemistry: Ketone body(s) (eg, acetone, acetoacetic acid, beta-hydroxybutyrate); quantitative

Reference Values

≤ 0.4 mmol/L

Method

Enzymatic end-point. Beckman Coulter DxC700AU