Uric Acid
Abbreviation
URIC
Transport Temp
2-8 C (ice packs)
Stability
Store at 2-8 C up to 7 days, -20C up to 6 months
Minimum Vol
0.5 mL
Alternative Specimens
Plasma (lithium heparin, sodium heparin)
Reference Ranges
Male: 3.5-7.2 mg/dL Female: 2.6-6.0 mg/dL
Collection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Transport Container
Draw tube or plastic pour off tube
Methodology
Uricase
Clinical Significance
Elevated levels-renal dysfunction, gout, leukemia, polycythemia, atherosclerosis, diabetes, hypothyroidism, some genetic diseases. Decreased-Wilson’s disease.
Preferred Specimen
Serum