Uric acid
₹126.00
A uric acid test is most often used to:
Help diagnose gout
Help find the cause of frequent kidney stones
Monitor the uric acid level of people undergoing certain cancer treatments. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can cause high levels of uric acid to go into the blood.
Why do I need a uric acid test?
You may also need a uric acid test if you have symptoms of gout. These include:
Pain and/or swelling in the joints, especially in the big toe, ankle, or knee
Reddish, shiny skin around the joints
Joints that feel warm when touched
You may also need this test if you have symptoms of a kidney stone. These include:
Sharp pains in your abdomen, side, or groin
Back pain
Blood in your urine
Frequent urge to urinate
Pain when urinating
Cloudy or bad-smelling urine
Nausea and vomiting
In addition, you may need this test if you are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer. These treatments can raise uric acid levels. The test can help make sure you get treated before levels get too high.
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