Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
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Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Ketones in Urine
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Ketones in Urine
Ketones in urine, also known as ketonuria, indicate the presence of ketone bodies, which are by-products of fat metabolism. This condition is often seen in uncontrolled diabetes, starvation, or low-carb diets. Testing for ketones in urine helps manage conditions like diabetes and detect metabolic imbalances.
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Ketones in Urine