ketone bodies

Gerhardt’s test – Principle, Procedure, Result

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Gerhardt's test

Gerhardt’s test is a type of laboratory test which is performed for the qualitative detection of ketone bodies in urine.

Rothera’s test – Definition, Principle, Procedure, Result

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results of Rothera’s test

Acetoacetic acid and acetone react with an alkaline solution of sodium nitroprusside to form a purple-colored complex. This method can detect above 1-5 mg/dl of acetoacetic acid and 10-20 mg/dl of acetone. Beta-hydroxybutyrate is not detected.

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