Uric acid
Uric acid is the end product of purine metabolism (building blocks from food and broken-down cells). The kidneys excrete it in the urine. If too much is produced or it is poorly excreted, it can accumulate and form crystals in the joints.
| Rating | Range | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Good | below 360 µmol/L | Uric acid within range. |
| Worth improving | 360 – 420 µmol/L | Borderline elevated — monitor (risk of gout/metabolic issues). |
| Talk to a doctor | 420 µmol/L and above | Elevated (hyperuricemia) — risk of gout; seek advice. |
This marker also has 2 age- or sex-specific range sets in the app — the table shows the general one.
Why it matters
EULAR: elevated is a risk factor for gout and associated with metabolic syndrome; in gout the target urate is <360 µmol/L.
If it’s low
Low uric acid is mostly of no significance; markedly low is rare.
If it’s high
Elevated uric acid means an excess — it may cause no problems (hyperuricemia) or lead to gout attacks. It responds strongly to diet, alcohol and fluids.
What to do
Today: enough fluids, less alcohol and sugary drinks, moderate red meat. With a gout attack or stones, seek advice — in gout the urate target is <360 µmol/L.
Read together with
eGFR · Fasting glucose · Triglycerides
Part of the guide: Kidneys & electrolytes →
Articles about this marker
- Blood biomarkers of metabolic health: what to measure and whyMetabolic health
- How to lower uric acid: an action planHow to improve
- Uric acid and gout: what your value means and how to lower itMarker explained
This content is for information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Talk to your doctor about your results.
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