Common tests for ketone bodies, such as Acetest, Chemstrip, and Ketostix, do not detect beta-hydroxybutyrate. A handheld meter sensor system is available to monitor beta-hydroxybutyrate and glucose levels.
Elevated levels beta-hydroxybutyrate is diagnostic of ketoacidosis, whereas the absence of concomitant hyperglycemia supports the diagnosis of alcoholic ketoacidosis (AKA).
So, b-hydroxybutyrrate is readily detected by blood test.
So, b-hydroxybutyrrate is readily detected by blood test.