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Ketones, Qualitative, urine
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | Yes |
| Test code | UA or UAWM |
| Performed by | Parnassus & Mt. Zion Hematology |
| In House Availability | Test available 24 hours per day 7 days per week |
| Method | Dipstick |
| Container type | Urine cup |
| Amount to Collect | See preferred volume |
| Sample type | Random urine |
| Preferred volume | 10 mL urine |
| Normal range | Negative |
| Turn around times | STAT 1 hour, Routine same or next day. |
| Additional information | Ketone bodies include acetoacetate, acetone and beta-hydroxybutyrate; however, this reacts only with acetoacetic acid and does not react with beta-hydroxybutyric acid |
| Last Updated | 3/24/2013 7:35:05 PM |
| Entry Number | 582 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667