The ketogenic diet, based on consuming low-carbohydrate foods, leads to the formation of ketones in the body, resulting in a state called ketosis.
A blood ketone test allows to determine the level of ketones in the body.
When following a keto regimen, the level of ketones in the blood may fluctuate depending on the level of carbohydrates in the diet. Conducting a blood ketone test will help assess the effectiveness of the diet and adjust nutrition to achieve desired results.