Breath ketone analyzers non-invasively detect ketosis in adults with type 1 diabetes: Study
USA: A recent study in the Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications has pointed out that a non-invasive breath ketone analyzer may be considered as a screening tool to rule out ketosis in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). According to Halis Kaan Akturk and colleagues, it may be a good alternative for ketone monitoring in adults with T1D, but not in children.
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life threatening complication of type 1 diabetes. In order to prevent DKA, ketone monitoring is essential. Though, blood ketone monitoring is an accurate way of monitoring but is expensive. To look for a less expensive method, Dr. Akturk from University of Colorado, Aurora, CO,USA, and team aimed to assess the accuracy of a breath ketone analyzer to detect ketosis in adults and children with type 1 diabetes.
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