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What does a uric acid test measure?
What are purines?
What happens if uric acid builds up in the blood?
Which statement is true about gout?
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Apart from gout, what other conditions can high uric acid levels lead to?
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When might you need a uric acid blood test?
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What may indicate high uric acid levels in a blood test?
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Which condition might be related to low uric acid levels?
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What is the normal range of uric acid in blood plasma for males?
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What might cause high uric acid levels in the blood?
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What are some symptoms that may prompt a uric acid urine test?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom that may prompt a uric acid urine test?
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Study Notes
Uric Acid Test
- Measures the level of uric acid in the blood or urine
Purines
- A type of compound found in certain foods, particularly organ meats, seafood, and beer
Uric Acid Buildup
- Can cause kidney stones, kidney damage, and gout if it builds up in the blood
Gout
- A condition characterized by sudden, severe attacks of joint pain and inflammation
- Caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood, which can lead to uric acid crystals forming in joints
- Typically affects the big toe, but can also affect other joints
Related Conditions
- High uric acid levels can also lead to kidney disease, heart disease, and hypertension
Uric Acid Blood Test
- May be ordered if a patient has symptoms of gout, kidney stones, or kidney disease
- May be ordered to monitor patients with gout or kidney disease
Blood Test Results
- High uric acid levels in the blood may indicate gout, kidney disease, or kidney stones
- Normal range of uric acid in blood plasma for males: 3.4-7.2 mg/dL
Causes of High Uric Acid Levels
- Genetic predisposition
- Diet high in purines
- Kidney disease
- Certain medications
- Cancer chemotherapy
Uric Acid Urine Test
- Symptoms that may prompt a uric acid urine test: kidney stones, gout, or kidney disease
- May be ordered to monitor patients with gout or kidney disease
Low Uric Acid Levels
- May be related to certain neurologic disorders, such as Parkinson's disease
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Test your knowledge about uric acid tests with this quiz from Kalar Private Technical Institute's Department of Nursing. Learn about the importance of measuring uric acid levels and its connection to purines in the blood and urine.
