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Uric Acid in 24-Hour Urine

Price190 RSD
Result in4h
Sample24-Hour Urine
Uric Acid in 24-Hour Urine test, IntroLab laboratory Belgrade Written byMilica Ranković Uric Acid in 24-Hour Urine test, IntroLab laboratory Belgrade Medically reviewed byDr. Igor Švonja, MD

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The uric acid test in 24-hour urine is essential for detecting and monitoring various conditions that can influence uric acid levels in the body. Uric acid is a byproduct of purine metabolism, which is a component of many vital substances in the body, including DNA and RNA.

Where can you get the uric acid in 24-hour urine test done?

This type of biochemical urine test is carried out by medical technicians at IntroLab, a private laboratory in Belgrade. Our experienced team is well-versed in performing a wide variety of tests, including the uric acid test in 24-hour urine.

When is the test indicated?

The test is typically indicated when there is suspicion of high uric acid levels in the blood, a condition known as hyperuricemia. Hyperuricemia can cause various health issues, including gout, kidney stones, and certain kidney diseases.

Why measure uric acid in 24-hour urine?

This urine test is used to detect and monitor uric acid levels in the body. It is valuable for diagnosing and tracking medical conditions such as gout, kidney stones, and certain nephrological disorders. Additionally, it helps assess the risk of developing these conditions in individuals with elevated uric acid levels in the blood.

How long does it take to get results?

Results are typically available within 4 hours.

How to prepare for the test?

You need to collect urine over a full day. Urine is collected according to the laboratory’s instructions, and it is important to collect the sample correctly.

Sample and preparation: Uric Acid in 24-Hour Urine

Sample
24-Hour Urine
Sampling
Urine collection
Result in
4h
Preparation
Prepare a container for collecting 24-hour urine (determine if you need one or more 2-liter bottles). Discard the first morning urine (do not collect it in the container). Collect all urine throughout the day and night in the container. Add the first morning urine of the next day to the container and bring the entire amount to the laboratory for analysis. For certain tests, you may need to add a preservative to the container first – ask the laboratory for specific instructions.
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Urine analysis

Frequently asked questions

When is a urine uric acid test done?

The Uric Acid in 24-Hour Urine test is most often done when high uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia) is suspected, and to monitor gout, kidney stones and certain kidney diseases. At IntroLab laboratory it costs 190 RSD, and results are ready in 4 hours. Urine is collected for 24 hours in a 2-liter bottle: the first morning urine is discarded, and the first morning urine of the next day is added to the bottle.

What does high uric acid in urine mean?

Increased uric acid in 24-hour urine means that the kidneys are excreting more of this purine breakdown product than expected. The result is assessed together with blood uric acid and can be important in gout, a tendency toward kidney stones and certain kidney diseases. A single result from IntroLab laboratory is interpreted by a doctor, together with other tests and the clinical picture.

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