Diabetic ketoacidosis is one of the complications of diabetes, this complication could be life-threatening. When diabetics have symptoms associated with ketoacidosis, such as increased urination, excessive thirst, dehydration, rapid breathing, and shortness of breath, doctors will order blood ketones test to determine the amount of ketones in the blood in order to diagnose.
Some family use blood glucose monitors in the market provide both glucose and ketones value, this is good for diabetics to know about the blood ketones level.
When ordered by doctors, the test is based on the blood sample from arm vein.
No preparation is needed for the test, fasting isn’t necessary.
Slightly high levels could mean that ketones have started to build up in your body. You might have missed an insulin shot. Take it as soon as you can and check again in a few hours.