Uric Acid Blood Test

Uric Acid Blood Test for Gout and Kidney Health

The Uric Acid Blood Test helps diagnose elevated uric acid levels, a key marker for gout and kidney function. Uric acid is produced when your body breaks down purines from food, and if it builds up too much, it can form crystals in your joints, leading to painful conditions like gout. This test is an essential tool for monitoring kidney health and evaluating the risk of uric acid-related conditions.

Key Benefits

• Diagnoses Gout: Measures uric acid levels to help identify gout or hyperuricemia.

• Monitors Kidney Health: High uric acid levels can indicate kidney issues, including renal failure or kidney stones.

• Quick & Easy: Fast and non-invasive test providing reliable results to track your health.

• Effective for Early Detection: Helps detect high uric acid levels before they cause significant damage.

Ingredients

• N/A (Blood test with no active ingredients).

Directions for Use

• Visit your healthcare provider or lab for sample collection.

• Blood is drawn from a vein in your arm, usually after a fast of 8-12 hours.

• Results are typically available within a few days.

Precautions

• Consult a healthcare provider before interpreting the results of the test.

• Avoid heavy meals or alcohol consumption before the test to prevent skewed results.

• Inform your healthcare provider if you are taking medications that may affect uric acid levels, such as diuretics.

Storage Information

• This test is typically done in a laboratory, so no special storage is required for home use.

Prescription orders must be approved before they can be shipped. Please note that express delivery will only be available after the prescriber approves the item. It usually takes a few hours, but it can take up 72 hours after placing your order. Please note any incorect delivery address details entered we are not responsible and a re-shipping fee will be applied and also if you have missed the multiple re-delivery attemps and the item is returned to us we will have to re-charge you postage to re-ship the item back out to you.