Acetone
Use
Excessive formation of ketone bodies (acetone) results in increased blood levels (ketonemia) and increased excretion in the urine (ketonuria). This condition is associated with a decreased availability of carbohydrates, such as dieting or decreased use of carbohydrates. Diabetes and alcohol consumption are common causes of ketoacidosis. Acetone is one ketone body formed from acetoacetate. Ingestion of isopropyl alcohol also leads to the formation of acetone.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Patients with diabetes who may also have lactic acidosis may have false negatives or falsely weak reactions. With these patients a beta-hydroxybutyrate measurement may be preferred. High concentrations of levodopa may produce false positives. Ketogenic or low/no‑carbohydrate diets, often instituted for pediatric epilepsy, may also produce false positive results.
Methodology
Chromatography
Biomarkers
Acetone
Analyte
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
gray‑top (fluoride oxalate) tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
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