Uric acid normal range: what your result means

Uric Acid – Normal range chart

Ranges differ a little from lab to lab.

What does my result mean?

What this test checks

The test measures uric acid in the blood in mg/dL. Doctors usually advise it for sudden joint pain and swelling, especially in the big toe, for kidney stones, or as part of a health check-up. It is also checked in people with high blood pressure, diabetes or kidney concerns. How often to repeat it depends on your result and your doctor.

Common reasons for a high value

• Diet rich in red meat, organ meat and some seafood
• Alcohol, especially beer
• Sugary drinks with high fructose
• Excess weight
• Reduced kidney function or dehydration
• Some medicines, such as water pills (diuretics)

Common reasons for a low value

• Some liver conditions
• Some kidney tube disorders
• Some medicines used to lower uric acid

How to prepare

Strict fasting is usually not required, though some labs advise 8–10 hours of fasting. Avoid alcohol and a heavy non-veg meal the day before the test, and drink water as usual.

This page is general information, not medical advice. The normal range printed on your own report is the one that applies, and only a doctor can tell what your result means for you.