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Also reported in: mg/dL
Ketones are acidic byproducts of fat metabolism. They should not be present in urine under normal metabolic conditions.
Ketones are acidic byproducts of fat metabolism. They should not be present in urine under normal metabolic conditions.
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Canine urine ketones: negative (0)Ketonuria in dogs is most often due to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a life-threatening emergency. It can also occur with prolonged fasting, starvation, or a very low-carbohydrate diet. In diabetic dogs, ketones indicate insufficient insulin.
If your dog is diabetic with ketones, this is an emergency — contact your vet immediately. DKA requires hospitalization with IV fluids and insulin. If your dog is not diabetic, the cause of fasting/starvation should be investigated.
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