Measures beta-hydroxybutyrate ketone level used in diabetes and ketosis review.
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| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Low | usual baseline |
| Raised | ketosis context |
| High | urgent diabetes review |
High blood ketones with diabetes symptoms can be urgent and needs medical care.
Blood Ketone (d3hb) is a laboratory test. Checks beta-hydroxybutyrate in blood.
Your clinician can advise whether this test is appropriate for you. The result should be read with the laboratory range, symptoms, medical history and other relevant results. The listed sample type is Blood (Serum).
View the Blood Ketone (d3hb) sample report in the original Thyrocare PDF format. The ranges below are from this Thyrocare sample report and may differ from general educational ranges because laboratory method and patient factors can vary. Customer name, contact details, address, barcode, order ID and lead ID are masked on the public sample copy.
The searchable values below support visitors looking for Blood Ketone (d3hb) report format, sample report values, normal range and reference range information.
| Conducted at | Thyrocare Labs |
|---|---|
| Lab Accreditation | CAP, NABL, UKAS, ANAB |
| Thyrocare Sample-Report Range | 0.21-2.81 |
| Parameter | Unit | Reference Range |
|---|---|---|
| BLOOD KETONE (D3HB) | mg/dL | 0.21-2.81 |
Educational guide only. The Thyrocare sample-report range in the table below is the lab-specific source when available. General ranges can vary by laboratory, method, age, pregnancy status and medical history. For Mohali bookings, read this along with the city price, fasting note and home sample collection details on this page.
| Measure | Report value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| BLOOD KETONE (D3HB) | 0.21-2.81 mg/dL | From available Thyrocare sample report |
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result format | Beta-hydroxybutyrate mmol/L | Use the report range first. |
| Higher ketones | Above lab range | May occur with fasting, low-carb diet or diabetic ketoacidosis. |
| Danger context | High with high glucose | Can be urgent in diabetes with illness or vomiting. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Ketosis marker | Checks beta-hydroxybutyrate in blood. |
| Diabetes safety | Used when ketoacidosis risk is suspected. |
| Illness monitoring | Helpful in diabetes during fever, vomiting or missed insulin. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fast breathing, fruity breath, confusion. |
| Risk context | Type 1 diabetes, very high sugar, infection, missed insulin. |
| Diet context | Fasting or ketogenic diet can raise ketones. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. |
| Urgent note | High ketones with symptoms needs urgent medical care. |
| Interpretation | Read with blood glucose and clinical status. |
The current Blood Ketone (d3hb) price in Mohali is Rs. 330. The final booking details are shown before you confirm.
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions.
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Your report shows the laboratory reference range. A doctor can interpret the result together with your symptoms, medical history and other tests.
Thyrocare states that most test reports are available within 24–48 hours after the sample reaches the laboratory, depending on the test. This is a general estimate, not a guaranteed turnaround for this test; sample transport time is additional. Completed reports are shared digitally.
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