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Ketones (urine)

Urine_metabolic Unit: mg/dL Urine test

Indicates fat metabolism; seen in diabetes, fasting, keto diet

Also known as: Urine Ketones,Ketonuria

Reference Ranges

Clinical Reference 0.0 – 0.0 mg/dL
Optimal Range 0.0 – 0.0 mg/dL

Any ketones abnormal in non-fasting state

Related Conditions

Diabetes High
Metabolic Syndrome High

Food & Lifestyle Recommendations

🍎 Food If not on a keto diet, ketones may indicate uncontrolled diabetes — seek medical attention Ketones with high glucose suggest diabetic ketoacidosis, a medical emergency
🍎 Food If on a keto diet, ensure adequate hydration and electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium) Keto diet ketonuria is expected; dehydration and electrolyte imbalance are the real risks

Evidence-Backed Supplements

When High

  • Magnesium Tier A May Decrease

    Limited evidence; magnesium deficiency is common in diabetes and may worsen ketosis. Supplementation supports glucose metabolism.

    Magnesium glycinate 200–300 mg elemental Mg/day Evening
    PMID 33419615 PMID 23440790 PMID 32956536

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

  • Are my urine ketones from diabetes, a low-carb diet, or fasting? Ketones from fasting/diet are normal; ketones with high glucose suggest diabetic ketoacidosis — urgent.

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