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Acetone
MessageTest performed at York Hospital Laboratory.
Test Code
ACET
CPT Codes
82010
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum collected in a serum separator tube (SST)
-or-
1 mL urine submitted in a plastic leakproof container
-or-
1 mL urine submitted in a plastic leakproof container
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL serum or urine
Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum: 1 mL serum collected in a no additive (red-top) tube, transferred to a plastic screw-cap vial
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Contact the laboratory
Methodology
Acetest Tablets
Setup Schedule
Daily
Report Available
Next Day
Reference Range
Negative
Clinical Significance
Excessive formation of ketone bodies (acetone) results in increased blood levels and increased excretion in the urine. This condition is associated with a decreased availability of carbohydrates, such as dieting or decreased use of carbohydrates. Diabetes and alcohol consumption are common causes of ketoacidosis. Ingestion of isopropyl alcohol also leads to the formation of acetone.
