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200 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Ketone Body (Beta-Hydroxybutyrate) Serum Test in UAE | 200 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
▸ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 certified enzymatic photometry, clinically validated for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) monitoring.
▸ Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM (200 AED inclusive).
▸ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic post-test result interpretation provided by DHA-licensed physicians.
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Test Overview & Methodology
The Ketone Body (Beta-Hydroxybutyrate) Serum Test quantitatively measures the predominant ketone, β-hydroxybutyrate, in blood to diagnose and monitor diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and metabolic stress. This fast same-day enzymatic assay is essential for diabetologists and general physicians managing acute hyperglycemic emergencies.
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"As a general practitioner, I recommend that β-hydroxybutyrate results always be interpreted alongside blood glucose, anion gap, and clinical status. Serial monitoring is critical for accurate DKA management." — Dr. Ajay Singh, DHA License No. 36234132
⚠ Medication Advisory
Do not alter prescribed insulin, oral hypoglycemic agents, or any chronic medication without consulting your treating physician. This test is a clinical aid and does not replace emergency care. For acute symptoms such as confusion, rapid breathing, or severe abdominal pain, call 998 immediately.
Patient Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Active vomiting, severe dehydration, or altered mental status — proceed directly to ER.
- Known hereditary metabolic disorders where ketone testing may be misleading.
- Infants under 3 months require specialized pediatric collection with guardian consent.
- If you experience rapid breathing, confusion, or abdominal pain, seek emergency care without delay.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the advantage of the serum BHB test over urine ketone strips?
The serum beta-hydroxybutyrate test provides quantitative real-time ketone levels with 99% specificity, outperforming semi-quantitative urine strips that miss the most prevalent ketone in DKA. This direct blood measurement enables precise titration of insulin and fluids during diabetic emergencies.
2. Do I need to fast before this test?
The serum beta-hydroxybutyrate test does not require fasting or special preparation. It can be performed at any time of day. However, please inform your physician about all current medications to ensure accurate interpretation of results.
3. How quickly will I get my results and what do the numbers mean?
Your β-hydroxybutyrate result is reported same-day if blood is collected by 4 PM. Clinical cut-offs: <0.6 mmol/L is normal; 0.6–1.5 mmol/L indicates increased metabolic stress; >1.5 mmol/L demands urgent medical review for possible DKA.
4. When should I go to the hospital based on high values?
A beta-hydroxybutyrate level above 1.5 mmol/L, especially accompanied by vomiting, shortness of breath, or confusion, requires immediate emergency department evaluation. This quantitative marker is a vital sign for diabetic ketoacidosis.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields govern the secure processing of your health data. All clinical specimens are handled under strict confidentiality protocols. For any data access requests, contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@dnalabs.ae.
This test is performed under the legal framework of Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability ensuring patient safety and informed consent.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Ketone Body (Beta-Hydroxybutyrate) Serum Test |
| Price (AED) | 200 |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (if sample received by 4 PM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral blood serum (VIP Mobile Phlebotomy available) |
| Methodology Used | Kinetic enzymatic photometry (LC-MS/MS cross-validated) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E10.10, E11.10, R79.89 |
| LOINC Code | 29564-5 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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