Test Directory

Uric Acid

Loinc

Expected Turnaround

24 Hours

Information

Uric acid measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous renal and metabolic disorders, including renal failure, gout, leukemia, psoriasis, starvation or other wasting conditions, and of patients receiving cytotoxic drugs.

Collection Information

Methodology

Enzymatic colorimetric

Limitations

Rejection Criteria

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 3 days Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 6 months

Alias

Uric Acid

Container Type

Serum, Red top, no gel barrier. Send in serum pour off tube.

Minimum Volume

1 ML

Age Range

0 - 999

Sex

Units of Measure

Reference Range

2.4 - 5.7

Panic Range