Ketones (Urine)
The urine ketones test detects the presence of ketone bodies in urine. Ketones are produced when the body burns fat instead of glucose for energy.
Category: Urinalysis
Also known as: ketones, urine ketones, ketone bodies urine, Acetone bodies, Ketone bodies, ketoni, aceton
Reference range: 0–0 (Source: ABIM)
High values may indicate
Positive urine ketones may indicate diabetic ketoacidosis, starvation, prolonged fasting, very low-carb diet, heavy exercise, or alcoholism.
Low values may indicate
Negative urine ketones is normal and indicates the body is using glucose as its primary energy source.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Ketones (Urine) level?
- A typical reference range for Ketones (Urine) is 0–0 (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- Where do Ketones (Urine) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Ketones (Urine) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Ketones (Urine) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
Related biomarkers
Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
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