Blood ketones should measure 0.5 mM/dL at a minimum, but numbers between 1.5 to 3.0 mM/dL, are optimal, she said. Blood keto strips are similar to urine except they require pricking your finger for a blood sample.23 jun 2019
What level of ketones indicates diabetes?
Normal Less than 0.6 mmol/L
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Medium (ketosis)* Between 0.6 and 1.5 mmol/L
High* Between 1.5 and 3.0 mmol/L
Possible DKA** Greater than 3.0 mmol/L
What if my ketones are low?
If you do a blood ketone test: lower than 0.6mmol/L is a normal reading. 0.6 to 1.5mmol/L means you're at a slightly increased risk of DKA and you should test again in 2 hours. 1.6 to 2.9mmol/L means you're at an increased risk of DKA and should contact your diabetes team or GP as soon as possible.
Does no ketones mean no diabetes?
If you have diabetes, ketones in urine can mean that you are not getting enough insulin. If you don't have diabetes, you may still be at risk for developing ketones if you: Experience chronic vomiting and/or diarrhea. Have a digestive disorder.31 jul 2020