Uric Acid Test
Health Checkups
≈ ¥20-50
(≈ $3-7)
15 min
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Description
Estimated cost for Uric Acid Test at general public hospitals in China is about ¥15-40, and at Grade 3A hospitals about ¥20-50, varying by hospital tier and region.
Main Uses
Uric acid testing is primarily used to diagnose gout, monitor treatment effectiveness for gout, and assess kidney function. It is also useful in identifying conditions that may lead to increased uric acid production or decreased excretion, such as certain cancers, metabolic disorders, and kidney stones.
Normal Range
The normal range for uric acid in the blood is typically between 3.5 to 7.2 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) for adults, with slight variations based on gender and age. For men, the range is usually 3.4-7.0 mg/dL, and for women, it's 2.4-6.0 mg/dL.
Low Values - Possible Causes
Low levels of uric acid can be caused by: 1. Overproduction of urine or excessive urination, 2. Certain medications like allopurinol or probenecid, 3. Severe liver disease, 4. Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), 5. Wilson's disease
High Values - Possible Causes
High levels of uric acid can be due to: 1. Gout, 2. Kidney disease, 3. Consumption of a high-purine diet, 4. Obesity, 5. Alcohol abuse, particularly beer, which has a high purine content