The diagnostic criteria for DKA and HHS are shown in Table 1. The initial laboratory evaluation of patients include determination of plasma glucose, blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, electrolytes ...

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However, if you are on insulin and run out, or have symptoms of DKA or HHS, you should get medical attention right away.

The initial laboratory evaluation of a patient with suspected DKA or HHS should include immediate determination of arterial blood gases, blood glucose, and blood urea nitrogen (BUN); determination ...