Test Entry - Detail
Ketones (Spot Urine)


General
  Clinical Use: Aids in the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis. Used to monitor patients on a very low-carbohydrate diet.
  Availability: Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation.
 
  Code: UKETO FSH:UKET
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled.
Sample must reach laboratory within 2 hours of collection.
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  Reference Interval:
Not normally detected


Collection Requirements
  Container: Urine Container (URINE),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume:
  Collection Instructions:


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions: Aliquot sample into urine tube.
  Minimum Assay Volume: 200uL
  Stability: 2 hours chilled
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send sample chilled.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
Bacteriology Microbiology Fiona Stanley Hospital 6152 8012
Core Biochemistry QEII Medical Centre 6383 4093
Core Biochemistry Royal Perth Hospital 9224 1176


Last Updated : 12-10-2020 12:57