How To Reduce Ketones Level In Urine?
A ketones urine test measures the presence or absence of ketones in the urine.
Alternative Names
Ketone bodies - urine; Urine ketones
How the test is performed
The test requires a clean catch urine sample.
To obtain a clean catch sample, men or boys should clean the head of the penis. Women or girls need to wash the area between the lips of the vagina with soapy water and rinse well.
As you start to urinate, allow a small amount to fall into the toilet bowl to...
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