Updated Diagnostic Criteria for DKA

The new guidelines for diagnosing Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) now set the glucose threshold for diagnosis at 200 mg/dL, a notable decrease from the previous standard of 250 mg/dL. This adjustment aims to better identify cases, particularly euglycemic DKA, where patients can present with normal glucose levels but still have underlying DKA. The updated criteria also include the consideration of beta-hydroxybutyrate levels as a critical diagnostic tool, which can now be checked at point-of-care rather than dependent on delayed lab results. These changes are intended to refine diagnostic accuracy and ensure timely treatment for patients at risk of DKA.