Uric Acid Test
- Category
- Bone & Joint
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- All Ages
What Is This Test?
Measures uric acid, a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines found in food and cells.
Why this test is performed?
High uric acid can cause gout (painful, swollen joints, often the big toe) and kidney stones, and is linked to high blood pressure, kidney and heart disease.
Who should take this test?
Joint or bone pain, swelling, stiffness, gout, osteoporosis risk, women after menopause and older adults.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
Red and organ meats, some seafood, alcohol (especially beer) and sugary drinks with fructose.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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