Metabolic / Kidney
Uric Acid
Uric acid dissolves in your blood and travels to the kidneys, where it is passed out in urine. If you produce too much or excrete too little, it builds up.
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Why is it tested?
To diagnose gout (a painful type of arthritis) or to monitor patients undergoing chemotherapy.
What does a HIGH level mean?
- Gout
- Kidney disease
- Diet high in purines (red meat, seafood, alcohol)
- Psoriasis
What does a LOW level mean?
- Liver disease
- Fanconi syndrome
- Wilson's disease
- SIADH
Normal Reference Range
3.5 to 7.2 mg/dL
*Ranges may vary slightly depending on the specific laboratory and testing methods used.
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