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The presence of ketones changed the pH in the urine of the patient. The pH of the urine was?
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Can high levels of ketones in the blood lead to high pH of urine?
yes
Why does my urine look oily?
Presence of oily substance in urine along with orangish or dark yellow-colored urine can be attributed to biliary disease or jaundice.You will need to increase your intake of water and intake a minimum of 2000 ml per day.Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
How dark does does ketostix have be?
Ketostix measure the level of ketones in urine, indicating the state of ketosis in the body. The darkness of the strip is dependent on the concentration of ketones, with darker colors usually indicating higher levels of ketones. However, it's important to note that the darkness of the strip does not necessarily correlate with the effectiveness of a ketogenic diet or weight loss progress.
Does menstruation affect a urine test?
urine test during menstruation reveal presence of blood in urine and red blood cells
Why this test is positive only for ketos?
Do you mean ketones? Ketones are a by-product of fat breakdown. When a person is not eating enough carbohydrates (bread, pasta, rice, potatos) for their energy needs the body starts using its fat stores for energy and ketones show in the urine. It may also be a sign of diabetes. If I haven't answered the question you asked please ask as something different.
Could the metabolism of fat explain the presence of ketones and the low pH of the urine?
Yes, metabolism of fats is a reason and can cause the presence of ketones and can lower pH levels. To make it simple, ketones form from rapid or incomplete oxidation (breaking down) of fats from the liver and forms ketones. Ketones are strong acids and this is why it can cause a lowering of pH in the urine.
What is fruity urine smell?
A fruity urine smell is normally indicative of diabetes. The fruity smell is attributed to the presence of ketones in urine.
What is acetone positive in urine means?
It means your urine contains ketones (acetone is a ketone). Ketones aren't normally found in urine, and are a sign of diabetes.
What do urine tests for pyelonephritis show?
If the patient has pyelonephritis, the urine tests will show the presence of white blood cells, and bacteria in the urine
What is the medical term meaning acetone or ketone bodies in the urine?
Ketonuria means ketones in the urine.Ketonuria is the medical term meaning ketones in the urine.
When fat is used as energy what is excreted in the urine?
ketones
What must be present in the urine to have the condition ketonuria?
Ketones.
What is a urinalysis test for ketones?
Ketones are substances created during the breakdown of fat in order to become energy when there is not enough sugar in the body. Ketones can be found in the blood or in the urine.
What is ketoturia?
The proper term is "ketonuria." It is when ketones are present in urine.
When fat is used for energy what is excreted in the urine?
Ans: Ketones
What degradative compound increases in your urine with high protein intake?
Ketones
Will being diabetic affect the result of a pregnancy test?
Not at all. In a urine test, being diabetic may show the presence of sugar or ketones, whilst pregnancy tests look for the presence of a hormone in the urine. Being diabetic does not therefore affect the result of pregnancy tests.
