Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Beta-hydroxybutyrate is the predominant ketone body circulating in blood, produced when energy is derived from cellular fat oxidation.
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Physiological Reference Ranges
The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.
0 – 0.5 mmol/L
0 – 0.5 mmol/L
0 – 0.5 mmol/L
What does a low result mean?
A reading below 0.5 mmol/L is the expected baseline in individuals consuming standard balanced carbohydrates.
What does a high result mean?
A value between 0.5 and 1.5 mmol/L is typical and harmless after an extended overnight fast, low-carb diet, or morning workout.
Questions ready for your doctor
Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:
- Could overnight fasting or low-carb meal choices explain this ketone level?
- Does this align consistently with my normal fasting glucose?
- Will enjoying a standard balanced breakfast clear ketones naturally?
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