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Ketoacidosis Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a state of absolute or relative insulin deficiency aggravated by ensuinghyperglycemia, dehydration, and acidosis-producing derangements inintermediary metabolism. The most common causes are underlying infection, disruption of insulin treatment, and new onset of diabetes. DKA typically is characterized by hyperglycemia over 300 mg/dL, low bicarbonate (<15 mEq/L), and acidosis (pH <7.30) with ketonemia and ketonuria. eMedicine