KETONE FOUND IN URINE

Value: 8 mmol/l

Ketones are created when your body burns fat for energy. Higher levels of ketones can be a sign of a high-fat low-carb diet. High ketone levels can also be a sign that your pancreas is not creating enough insulin to burn sugars for energy. This condition is called diabetes and can cause serious health consequences if left untreated. Your test result is MODERATE OR HIGH KETONES DETECTED.

If you are not on a Keto diet and ketones are found in urine, it indicates a significant presence of ketone bodies in the body. This condition is known as ketonuria and is often associated with ketosis. Ketosis occurs when the body breaks down fats for energy in the absence of sufficient carbohydrates, leading to the accumulation of ketones.

A high level of ketones in the urine can be a sign of various health issues, including uncontrolled diabetes (diabetic ketoacidosis), fasting or prolonged starvation, high-fat and low-carb diets, alcoholism, or certain metabolic disorders.

Recommendations

• Seek medical attention immediately: A ketone value of 8 mmol/L is high and requires urgent medical evaluation, especially if you have diabetes or are experiencing symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, or confusion.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of water to help flush out the excess ketones and prevent dehydration, unless otherwise instructed by a doctor.
• Adjust diet: If you are following a high-fat, low-carb diet, consider consulting a healthcare provider or registered dietitian to modify your diet safely.
• Monitor blood sugar: If you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar levels very closely and seek immediate help if they are elevated alongside ketones.
• Avoid alcohol: Alcohol can worsen ketone production and dehydration.
• Follow medical advice strictly: Follow all instructions provided by your healthcare provider without delay to avoid serious complications like diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

*Remember that this information is general and not a substitute for immediate medical advice. High ketone levels can be dangerous if untreated.