Abstract

Abstract Acetone bodies in serum may be estimated within an error usually not exceeding 10 mg. per cent by the use of a simple technique employing a nitroprusside powder. The method is particularly useful for the prompt differentiation of minimal ketonuria due to minimal ketonemia, as contrasted with cases of a high renal threshold resulting from depressed renal function in which minimal ketonuria may be associated with severe ketonemia.

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