title: Role of beta-hydroxybutyric acid in diabetic ketoacidosis: a review.
abstract: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a complication of diabetes mellitus, is a severe metabolic disease that often requires intensive treatment. Diagnosis of ketosis associated with DKA can be difficult due to variability in the metabolic state of DKA patients. Recognition of the clinical signs and definitive diagnosis are essential for proper treatment. This article reviews the formation of ketoacids during DKA and the role of β-hydroxybutyric acid in the diagnosis and monitoring of DKA.
authors: Department of Companion Animals, Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. vstojanovic@upei.ca
authors: Vladimir
authors: V
authors: Stojanovic
authors: Sherri
authors: S
authors: Ihle
mesh_terms: D020155:3-Hydroxybutyric Acid / Q000097:blood*; D000136:Acid-Base Equilibrium; D000818:Animals; D015415:Biomarkers / Q000097:blood; D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000032:analysis; D002371:Cat Diseases / Q000097:blood / Q000175:diagnosis*; D002415:Cats; D016883:Diabetic Ketoacidosis / Q000097:blood / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000662:veterinary*; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000097:blood / Q000175:diagnosis*; D004285:Dogs; D015203:Reproducibility of Results; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D014730:Veterinary Medicine
chemical_list: D015415:Biomarkers; D001786:Blood Glucose; D020155:3-Hydroxybutyric Acid