Beta Hydroxybutyrate

Test Information

Test Name

Beta Hydroxybutyrate

Synonyms

Ketones; Beta-Hydroxybutyrate; OHB

Preferred Specimen

Extra SST

Testing Location

Referral

Collection Information

Delivery and Handling

Separate and freeze within 6 hours of collection; collection close to courier pick up time.

Processing Information

Registration Code

KET

Alternative Specimen

Heparin

External Referral Information

Referral Location

Waikato Hospital Laboratory

Send Away Notes

Ketones include acetoacetic acid, beta-hydroxybutyric acid and acetone. Beta-hydroxybutyric acid (OHB) can be added up to 4 hrs post collection.

Send Away Transport

Frozen

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