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HelpTest Code BHB Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Additional Codes
Acetone Bodies
Specimen Type
PST referred
Serum Gel, Serum no gel, lavender acceptable
Reference Values
0 < 0.4
Technical Range: 0.1-8.0
Useful For
Beta Hydroxy Butyrate is useful for detecting and managing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
Performing Laboratory
St. Clair Hospital Laboratory