Kidney Function
Uric Acid (Serum)
🧪 Sample: Blood
⏱ Results in 6h
About This Test
Measures uric acid levels in the blood. Elevated uric acid (hyperuricaemia) can cause gout — a painful form of arthritis — and kidney stones.
📋 Preparation Instructions
Fast for 4 hours before the test. Avoid purine-rich foods (organ meats, shellfish, alcohol) for 24 hours.