What labs are used to diagnose DKA?
What labs are used to diagnose DKA? Tests might include:Blood electrolyte tests.Urinalysis.Chest X-ray.A recording of the electrical activity of the heart (electrocardiogram) How do you test for DKA? A diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis requires the patient's plasma glucose concentration to be above 250 mg per dL (although it usually is much higher), the pH level to be less than 7.30, and the bicarbonate level to be 18 mEq per L or less. How can I check my blood ketones at home? Here's how a blood ketone meter works:Wash your hands.Load the lancet with the needle, following the directions provided.Insert a...