Keto Means
Keto Means
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Ketones in the urine are usually the result of a glucose deficiency and may lead to DKA. DKA is a condition in which ketones build up in the body and turn the blood acidic. While having low or moderate amounts of ketones may result in weight loss, high levels can be dangerous or even fatal.
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Read More »High amounts of ketones in the urine is what is known as ketonuria. This condition is usually a sign of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). DKA is a severe complication of diabetes that can damage vital organs. Untreated DKA can be fatal. Some people are at a higher risk of excreting large amounts of ketones in their urine. People with diabetes, dangerously low levels of glucose, or who are on low-carb diets may develop DKA. Symptoms of DKA vary in severity. However, they can include ongoing nausea, fatigue, or difficulty breathing. Continue reading for more information on the causes, various risk factors, symptoms, complications, and ways to treat or prevent ketones in the urine. Definition of ketones in urine Share on Pinterest Juanjo Grau/Getty Images Ketones are most common in people who do not consume enough carbohydrates. The human body uses simple carbohydrates from starchy foods, honey, and certain fruits to produce glucose (blood sugar). Glucose serves as the body’s main source of energy. When the body does not have enough glucose, or when it does not have sufficient insulin to use the glucose, it begins to use fat for energy instead. This results in the production of ketones. Ketones are essential to maintaining a healthy body. In fact, both fat and protein consist mainly of ketones. A high amount of ketones leads to a process called ketosis, a metabolic process that facilitates weight loss. Ketosis is common in low-carb diets such as the keto or Atkins diet and is not generally cause for concern. However, extreme ketosis can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis, particularly in people with type 1 diabetes who have also experienced physical or emotional trauma, high levels of stress, or a history of heart attack or stroke. DKA is a potentially life-threatening condition, as well as one of the first signs that a person has diabetes prior to diagnosis. A doctor may test for abnormally high levels of ketones in the urine or blood to check for DKA. Testing for ketones The most common way to test for ketones is through a urine or a blood test. Ketones in urine test People who have type 1 diabetes, low blood sugar, or experience other symptoms related to DKA should consider taking a urine test to detect and measure the level of ketones they have. There are two ways to administer a urine test. In a medical facility. Prior to the test, the person should not consume anything for several hours. They must then collect between one and two ounces of urine in a sterile container and provide it to a doctor for testing. Prior to the test, the person should not consume anything for several hours. They must then collect between one and two ounces of urine in a sterile container and provide it to a doctor for testing. At home. For at home testing, a doctor may provide the person with a test strip and urine collection container. The test strip and the container will both have a color chart that indicates the ketone level. Again, the pesron must not consume anything for several hours before the test. In both cases, the ketones in urine test will determine whether the level of ketones is small, moderate, or high. Various factors such as gender, age, medical history, existing medication, diet, and activity level may influence this number. Blood test for ketones Since ketones show up in the urine and in the blood, another option is a blood glucose test. A doctor will often conduct this test in a lab. However, people who also take insulin shots may ask their doctor for a prescription blood glucose test for at-home testing. Here is how to conduct an at-home blood test : Create a sterile environment. Follow the directions on the packaging to place the needle correctly into the lancet pen.
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Read More »Insert a test strip into the meter and position the lancet pen against a fingertip. Press the button and squeeze the finger until there is enough blood to saturate the strip. Place the strip against the blood and leave it there until the meter registers. Wait for and record the results. Always use a sterile, unopened, non-expired test strip and blood glucose meter for accurate, safe testing. Evaluating the results The results from a urine test for ketones will either come back negative or abnormal. A negative test result means the ketone levels are normal for the individual. An abnormal result means the test detected ketones in the urine. This result falls into three categories: Small levels of ketones: Less than 20 mg/dL Less than 20 mg/dL Moderate levels of ketones: Between 30 and 40 mg/dL Between 30 and 40 mg/dL Large levels of ketones: Above 80 mg/dL As for the blood test, the results fall into three main ranges: 0.6 mmol/L or below. This is the normal range. This is the normal range. 0.6 to 1.5 mmol/L. There are ketones in the blood. Consult a doctor about possible options. There are ketones in the blood. Consult a doctor about possible options. 1.6 mmol/L or above. This indicates a high risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis. Speak with a doctor immediately. A urine test only checks for current or recent ketone levels, so a blood test may be more accurate. However, an abnormal or high result could be due to other factors such as: recent illness or high fever
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