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Adaptation of an Automated Assay for Determination of β‐Hydroxybutyrate in Dogs Using a Random Access Analyzer
Author(s) -
Christopher Mary M.,
Periera Jacqueline L.,
Brigmon Robin L.
Publication year - 1992
Publication title -
veterinary clinical pathology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.537
H-Index - 51
eISSN - 1939-165X
pISSN - 0275-6382
DOI - 10.1111/j.1939-165x.1992.tb00573.x
Subject(s) - chromatography , spectrum analyzer , automated method , chemistry , recovery rate , computer science , telecommunications , artificial intelligence
Summary An automated method for measuring β‐hydroxybutyrate was adapted to the Ciba‐Corning 550 Express™ random access analyzer. The assay was based on a kinetic reaction utilizing hydroxybutyrate‐dehydrogenase. β‐hydroxybutyrate concentration (mmol/L) was calculated ratiometrically using a 1.0 mmol/L standard. Canine serum, plasma, and urine were used without prior deproteinization and only a 30‐μl sample was required. The method demonstrated good linearity between 0 to 2 mmol/L of β‐hydroxybutyrate. Analytical recovery (accuracy) within these concentrations ranged from 85.8 to 113.3%. Both within‐run and day‐to‐day precision were determined, as was specificity of the assay in the presence of a variety of interfering substances. The automated assay was rapid and economical, with reagent stability maintained for at least 2 weeks at 4° C. This assay can readily be applied toward the assessment of ketoacidosis in dogs, and with further validation, other species.