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My urine sample said there are traces or ketones in my urine. is this normal for early pregnancy? 6 weeks?

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, it is clinically insignificant.

Answered 4/6/2022

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Starvation or reduced intake of carbohydrates can result in ketones in urine. Vomiting in early pregnancy can result in ketones in urine.

Answered 4/7/2022

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If you are otherwise healthy do not worry about a trace of ketones. It can depend on many things like diet etc. Repeat UA in a few weeks.

Answered 4/10/2022

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