A Uric Acid test measures the level of uric acid in your blood. Uric acid is produced when your body breaks down purines, substances found naturally in your body and in certain foods.
What This Test Measures
Uric Acid:
A waste product created when purines are metabolized. Most uric acid dissolves in blood, passes through the kidneys, and leaves the body in urine. Elevated levels can lead to gout and kidney stones.
Reference Ranges
• Men: 3.4-7.0 mg/dL
• Women: 2.4-6.0 mg/dL
Who Should Consider This Test
• Those with symptoms of gout (sudden, severe joint pain, especially in big toe)
• History of kidney stones
• Monitoring uric acid-lowering medications
• Those with metabolic syndrome, obesity, or type 2 diabetes
• Family history of gout or kidney stones
• Chemotherapy patients (cell breakdown releases purines)
What Causes High Uric Acid
• Diet high in purines (red meat, organ meats, shellfish, beer)
• Obesity and metabolic syndrome
• Kidney disease (reduced excretion)
• Certain medications (diuretics, aspirin)
• Rapid cell turnover (cancer treatment)
• Genetics
Health Implications
Elevated uric acid is associated with:
• Gout (painful joint inflammation)
• Kidney stones
• Cardiovascular disease risk
• Metabolic syndrome
• Chronic kidney disease
How It Works
1. Order your test online – no doctor visit required
2. Visit any Quest Diagnostics location nationwide
3. Simple blood draw takes approximately 5 minutes
4. Results delivered to your secure portal within 1-2 business days
Preparation
No fasting required, though some providers recommend fasting. Avoid high-purine foods and alcohol before testing for most accurate results.
Related Tests to Consider
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel – Kidney function assessment
• Lipid Panel – Metabolic syndrome evaluation
• HbA1c – Diabetes screening
Why Choose Wittmer Rejuvenation Clinic
At $9, our Uric Acid test is an affordable way to assess your risk. We partner with Quest Diagnostics for reliable, CLIA-certified laboratory testing.
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