About This Test
Beta hydroxybutyrate a predominant ketone is an extremely reliable guide for monitoring insulin therapy in the treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA). During successful therapy, total ketones & beta Hydroxybutyrate decreases but acetoacetate increases. It may produce a paradoxical situation, as ketosis may appear to worsen because most of the tests for ketosis detects acetoacetate only whereas Beta hydroxybutyrate measurement quantitate this decrease.
Test Parameters (1)
- KETONE BODY (BETA HYDROXYBUTYRATE), SERUM
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
No special preparation required
Beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) is a type of ketone body produced by the liver during fat metabolism, especially when glucose is low. Measuring serum BHB is important for detecting ketosis, diabetic complications, and metabolic disorders.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
