How often should you check ketones?

[Diabetes8]

Hi

I know you should always check your ketone Levels if you're BG is above 13.9, however apart from that when else should you be checking them?

Thanks

 

[tim2000s]

There isn't really a need to check them when you are in a normal range and eating a non-ketogenic diet.

 

[ME_Valentijn]

I know you should always check your ketone Levels if you're BG is above 13.9, however apart from that when else should you be checking them?

Ketones will only potentially be elevated when blood sugar is over 13.3 for an extended period (hours, versus a spike). So there's no need to check at all unless blood sugar is too high.

 

[TheBigNewt]

I've never checked for them. Ever.

 

[azure]

I also check sometimes when I'm ill, but generally only when my BS is 13 or above.

@TheBigNewt You could talk to your doctor about getting strips or a meter to test ketones.