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Urine Testing for Ketones
In Type 1, it may be necessary to test urine for the presence of ketones if blood sugar is over 240 mg/dL. Other conditions where it may be useful to test urine for ketones include pregnancy, periods of stress, presence of infection, or if symptoms of ketoacidosis are present. Some Type 2s may also need to test, especially if ill or pregnant. Testing is achieved by dipping a test strip in urine and comparing the color change to the chart on the test strip bottle. (33,34)
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Glucose (SMBG)
