Serum 3-Hydroxybutyrate in Patients with Psychogenic Somatoform Symptoms May Be a Predictor of the Effectiveness of Sertraline and Venlafaxine.

The present findings suggest that high serum 3HB levels in patients with psychogenic somatoform symptoms may be associated with suicidal ideation and the effectiveness of sertraline and venlafaxine at low to intermediate doses. The 3HB level may be a good predictor of the effectiveness of medication. Examination of serum 3HB levels may lead to earlier and more appropriate administration of sertraline and venlafaxine.