Uric Acid in Urine Test

Test Overview

The uric acid urine test measures the amount of uric acid, Opens dialog in a sample of urine collected over 24 hours.

Uric acid is made from the natural breakdown of your body's cells. It's also made from the foods you eat. Your kidneys take uric acid out of your blood and put it into urine so that it can leave your body.

But if your body is making too much uric acid, the level in the urine can get too high. And if your kidneys aren't working the way they should, the level of uric acid in the urine can get too low.

High levels of uric acid can cause crystals to form in joints. This causes a painful problem called gout, Opens dialog. If gout isn't treated, the crystals can build up and form hard lumpy deposits called tophi, Opens dialog.

High uric acid levels can also cause kidney stones, Opens dialog.

Information about Uric Acid in Urine Test

Current as of: April 30, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Ignite Healthwise, LLC, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.