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Revision as of 10:11, 17 March 2025

Overview

Department Biochemistry 
Test Code SKET
Synonyms Ketones, blood 

Β-Hydroxybutyrate(3-OHBA)

Test Availabilty Monday - Sunday, testing routinely available out of hours
Turnaround Time 30 min - 1 hr  
Stability – Add test

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type Whole Blood  
Preferred Green-Top
Acceptable Blood Gas
Unacceptable Samples older than 4 hours

Separated samples Neonate samples

Specimen Transportation ASAP to lab 
Paediatric Requirements 

Aliquot Requirements

Sample Type
Preferred Volume
Minimum Volume
Aliquot Transportation

Clinical Information

Reference Intervals
Test Method Nova Statstrip Xpress Analyser 
Advanced Notice Not required  
Patient Preparation Not required  

Comments