What the Numbers Mean
If you are living withdiabetes, you’ve most likely had your blood orurinetested forketones.
DKA is a condition that can make you ill.
In extreme cases, diabetic ketoacidosis can lead to coma and death.
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Your healthcare provider will tell you which circumstances and symptoms warrant a ketone test.
Expired strips will not give accurate results.
The FDA also warns against purchasing strips that have not been cleared for sale in the United States.
To get an accurate reading, follow these step-by-step instructions.
Ketone testing is particularly important during periods of illness.
When caught early enough, diabetic ketoacidosis can be reversed by administering IV fluids and insulin.
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