{"id":3802,"date":"2022-09-15T10:22:35","date_gmt":"2022-09-15T04:52:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/?p=3802"},"modified":"2026-03-17T17:34:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T12:04:45","slug":"ketone-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/blood-tests\/ketone-test\/","title":{"rendered":"Ketone Test: Price, Purpose, Normal Range &amp; Discount [2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"nav-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#PRI\">Price<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#PURP\">Purpose<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#PREP\">Preparation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#PRO\">Procedure<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#RES\">Results<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#SAMP\">Sample Report<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Serum ketone test measures the level of ketones in your blood. It is generally done to check for&nbsp;a complication of diabetes called diabetic ketoacidosis&nbsp;(DKA). The serum ketone <strong>test price <\/strong>ranges from <strong>Rs 500 to Rs 1000<\/strong> and in-home sample collection may also be availed<strong>.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ketones are produced as by-products when the body uses fat as an energy source instead of glucose. In diabetics, there can be a build-up of these ketone bodies, first causing ketosis and then progressing to ketoacidosis, a form of metabolic acidosis which can be life-threatening.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-INTRO-1-2-1024x783.jpg\" alt=\"Serum Ketone test Purpose\" class=\"wp-image-3809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-INTRO-1-2-1024x783.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-INTRO-1-2-412x315.jpg 412w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-INTRO-1-2-768x587.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-INTRO-1-2-595x455.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-INTRO-1-2.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DKA is a serious complication of diabetes. It is more common with <strong>type 1 diabetes<\/strong> (Insulin dependent). People with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetes.org\/diabetes\/complications\/dka-ketoacidosis-ketones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DKA<\/a> may have sudden hypertension (increase in blood pressure), a severe insulin deficiency, and disruption of the body\u2019s acid-base balance. DKA can cause emergencies like a coma or even death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serum Ketone Test Details in Brief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Also Known As<\/strong><\/td><td>Blood Ketone Test, Plasma Ketone Test, Beta-Hydroxybutyric acid, Acetoacetic acid, Blood ketone (D3HB) or Acetoacetate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td>To help diagnose diabetic ketoacidosis and monitor insulin therapy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/td><td>No special preparation is required. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fasting<\/strong><\/td><td>Not needed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reporting Time<\/strong><\/td><td>24 Hrs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs. 500 to Rs. 1000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"666\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3-666x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Infographics\" class=\"wp-image-3811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3-666x1024.jpg 666w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3-205x315.jpg 205w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3-768x1182.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3-998x1536.jpg 998w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3-595x915.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TEST-SUMMARY-3.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 666px) 100vw, 666px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"PRI\">Serum Ketone Test Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Serum Ketone Test Price usually ranges from <strong>Rs 500 to Rs 1000.<\/strong> The actual price depends on the diagnostic center and the city. Bookmerilab partners with more than 200 diagnostic centers across India. We provide <strong>a 10-50% discount<\/strong> on medical diagnostic tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prices at Popular diagnostic centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below lists the Blood ketone prices at some popular diagnostic centres. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><thead><tr><th>Name of Lab<\/th><th>Test Price <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Redcliffe Labs<\/td><td>Rs 1500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/dr-lal-path-lab-rate-list\/\">Dr Lal Path labs<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 1500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/metropolis-lab-price-list-get-discounts-and-offers\/\">Metropolis Healthcare<\/a><\/td><td>Not Available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/srl-diagnostics-price-list\/\">SRL Diagnostics<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vijaya Diagnostics<\/td><td>Rs 900<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost in different cities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Serum Ketone test cost varies from one city to another. Moreover, a Diagnostic chain can also have different prices in different cities.<br>The table below lists the city-wise prices. You can click the link to get the diagnostic centres&#8217; list, prices, and discounts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><thead><tr><th>City<\/th><th>Test Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/delhi\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\">Delhi<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 260 to Rs 500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/mumbai\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mumbai<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 260 to Rs 420<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/bangalore\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bangalore<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 260 to Rs 500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/hyderabad\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hyderabad<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 260 to Rs 1100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/gurgaon\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gurgaon<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 410 to Rs 1600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/chennai\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chennai<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 260 to Rs 400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/kolkata\/blood-ketone-d3hb-1848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kolkata<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 900  to Rs 1200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does the body make Ketones?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glucose (blood sugar) is the body&#8217;s primary energy source. When it is unavailable, or the body cannot use it because of insufficient or no insulin, the liver starts breaking down fat for energy. When fat is metabolized, byproducts called ketones are produced.<br>Although the breakdown of fat for energy and the creation of ketones is normal for everyone, people with diabetes are at a higher risk for ketone buildup in their blood. In a person without diabetes, hormones &#8211; insulin, glucagon, and others- prevent serum ketone levels in the blood from getting too high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types Of Ketone Bodies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Different ketone tests measure one or more ketone bodies, and their results are not interchangeable. There are three ketone bodies \u2013 acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/ketone-bodies.png\" alt=\"causes of formation of different type of ketone bodies\" class=\"wp-image-13131\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"PURP\">Purpose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The serum Ketone Test is used <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>For the diagnosis of\n<ul>\n<li>Diabetic Ketoacidosis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcoholic Ketoacidosis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starvation related ketoacidosis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For monitoring insulin therapy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A blood ketone test may be essential if you have the <strong>symptoms of Diabetic Ketoacidosis<\/strong> like the following-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Blood sugar levels greater than 240 mg\/dL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive thirst<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frequent urination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry or flushed skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea and vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shortness of breath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rapid heart rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confusion or difficulty concentrating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fruity smell on breath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stomach pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coma (RARE)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Serum Ketone or Blood Ketone Test is the body&#8217;s most accurate measure of ketones. However, the ketones may also be tested in the breath and the urine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Ketone Tests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Breath Ketone Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This test measures ketone in breath using a breath ketone meter or a ketone breathalyzer. It is a handy way to monitor ketones for diabetics. It is also used by people on keto diets to monitor ketosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Urine Ketone Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The urine ketone test measures the ketone levels in urine (a condition called Ketonuria). The body excretes ketones through urine. They are detectable in urine after 3-4 hours of being produced. This test can also be done with the help of home use kits which consist of indicator strips that change colour when dipped in urine for some time (as mentioned in the instructions). It is then matched to a shade card. The darker the colour, the more ketones are in the urine. Pregnant diabetic females commonly use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Serum Ketone Test Vs Urine Ketone Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/table_2.png\" alt=\"Difference between Serum Ketone Test and Urine Ketone Test\" class=\"wp-image-13132\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Urine Vs Blood Ketone Testing<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/table_3.png\" alt=\"Symptoms associated with abnormal ketone levels\" class=\"wp-image-13133\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Abnormal Ketone Symptoms<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"PREP\">Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine, both prescription and non-prescription, ayurvedic, etc. Your doctor may advise you to stop the ones that can affect the test results. DO NOT stop any medication on your own. Fasting is not needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"PRO\">Procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a fairly simple diagnostic blood test. A blood sample is taken from the vein in your arm or hand by the following steps-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>A technician (phlebotomist) may tie a tourniquet (elastic band) to your arm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The phlebotomist will locate your blood vessel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The site is cleaned with spirit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Needle is inserted into your vein to draw the blood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The blood sample is then withdrawn into a syringe or a vial.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cotton is placed on the puncture site with mild pressure till the bleeding stops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A small band-aid is placed, which may be removed after an hour.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire procedure takes only a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-17.png\" alt=\"Blood test procedure\" class=\"wp-image-4420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-17.png 640w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-17-560x298.png 560w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/blood-test-procedure-17-595x316.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a very simple and safe test. The risks involved are the same as that of any other blood test. These include-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Infection<\/strong> at the puncture site if proper sterilization protocol is not followed and the needle is contaminated. This is, however, very rare. You may ensure that your phlebotomist takes out the needle in front of you from a sterile pack.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple pricks<\/strong> if the blood vessel is not easily found<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excessive bleeding<\/strong> at the puncture site- Please inform your healthcare provider if you are taking any blood thinners or have any bleeding disorders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Light-headedness<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>due to stress or heavy bleeding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Minor pain and bruising that might occur will resolve on their own in a very short time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"RES\">Serum Ketone Test Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>normal levels<\/strong> for ketone bodies are <strong>less than 0.6 millimoles per liter<\/strong> (mmol\/L)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Parameter<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Normal Values<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Unit<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Ketones<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Less than 0.6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">mmol\/L<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/table_4.png\" alt=\"Normal range chart\" class=\"wp-image-13134\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Negative Result<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A normal test result is negative, meaning no ketones were found in the blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Positive Result<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the blood test is positive, then it means that high serum ketone levels are found. The ketone levels may be high because of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/alcoholism\/ketoacidosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alcoholic ketoacidosis<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starvation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uncontrolled blood glucose in people with diabetes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"SAMP\">Sample Report<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"838\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Web-capture_12-9-2022_142830_cdn1.lalpathlabs.com_-1024x838.jpeg\" alt=\"Ketone Test Sample Report\" class=\"wp-image-3804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Web-capture_12-9-2022_142830_cdn1.lalpathlabs.com_-1024x838.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Web-capture_12-9-2022_142830_cdn1.lalpathlabs.com_-385x315.jpeg 385w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Web-capture_12-9-2022_142830_cdn1.lalpathlabs.com_-768x628.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Web-capture_12-9-2022_142830_cdn1.lalpathlabs.com_-595x487.jpeg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Web-capture_12-9-2022_142830_cdn1.lalpathlabs.com_.jpeg 1178w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limitations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some conditions can cause a positive test result for blood ketones. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimh.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/eating-disorders\/index.shtml\">Eating disorders<\/a>, malnutrition, and other conditions where the body does not take in enough calories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pregnancy: sometimes, pregnant women will develop blood ketones if they suffer from gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that only affects pregnant women.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The blood Ketone or serum ketone test is very important for diabetics. A build-up of ketone bodies in the blood can trigger acidosis. Diabetics that are dependent on insulin have a higher risk of diabetic ketoacidosis. Ketosis (small amount of ketone buildup) and ketoacidosis may also be seen with prolonged starvation, alcoholism, and high-fat and low-carbohydrate diets (keto diets). It may be induced on purpose in some children with epilepsy who have frequent seizures and do not respond to available medications or other treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663061402088\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does high serum ketone mean?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">High ketone levels in the blood can decrease the pH of the blood, i.e. the blood becomes too acidic. This most commonly occurs in diabetics and is called Diabetic Ketoacidosis. This is a severe life-threatening condition. It is a medical emergency and must be treated immediately.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663082098347\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the normal serum ketone level?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Levels lower than 0.6 millimoles per litre are considered normal levels.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663082356602\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do ketones affect the body?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ketones can upset the chemical balance of the body, which can lead to multiple organ failures, and if left untreated it may be fatal.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663082616255\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the three types of ketones?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are three types of ketone bodies \u2013 acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663082758667\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you treat high ketones?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It can be treated by insulin therapy which must be well monitored. The fluid and electrolyte imbalance may be treated with intravenous fluids and electrolytes. Drinking a lot of water can help kidneys flush the ketones out of the body.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1663083057123\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the ways to measure ketones?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ketones can be measured using blood and urine samples. It can also be measured in breath using a breath ketone meter.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How to book the Serum Ketone Test?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/How-to-book-2-410x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How to book online\" class=\"wp-image-3808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/How-to-book-2-410x1024.jpg 410w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/How-to-book-2-126x315.jpg 126w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/How-to-book-2-768x1920.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/How-to-book-2-595x1488.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/How-to-book-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-3802\" data-postid=\"3802\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-3802 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n    <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Serum ketone test measures the level of ketones in your blood. It is generally done to check for&nbsp;a complication of diabetes called diabetic ketoacidosis&nbsp;(DKA). The serum ketone test price ranges from Rs 500 to Rs 1000 and in-home sample collection may also be availed. 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