Uric Acid
Uric acid is a waste product formed when your body breaks down purines, which are substances found naturally in your body and in certain foods such as red meat, organ meats, and some fish.
Category: Metabolic Panel
Also known as: uric acid, urate, serum uric acid, mokraćna kiselina, urati
Reference range: 3.5–7.2 mg/dL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: mg/dL
High values may indicate
High uric acid levels (hyperuricemia) may indicate gout, kidney disease, a diet high in purines, or increased cell turnover.
Low values may indicate
Low uric acid levels may indicate liver disease, Fanconi syndrome, Wilson disease, or a very low-purine diet.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Uric Acid level?
- A typical reference range for Uric Acid is 3.5–7.2 mg/dL (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- What units is Uric Acid measured in?
- Uric Acid is most commonly reported in mg/dL. Labs in different countries may use other units — you can convert between them with BloodId's blood test unit converter.
- Where do Uric Acid reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Uric Acid over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Uric Acid over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
Related biomarkers
Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
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