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URIC ACID, 24 HR URINE

Test Code
URUA


CPT Codes
84560

Transport Container
URINE, 24-HOUR, NO ADDITIVE


Methodology
Siemens Advia 1800

Reference Range
150-1000 mg/24h


Clinical Significance
Uric acid levels are increased in renal failure, gout, leukemia, lymphoma, hemolytic anemia, polycythemia, psoriasis, cytotoxic drug treatment, and malnutrition. Decreased levels are found in Wilsons disease, chronic debilitating disease, hemochromatosis, severe alcoholism, large doses of salicylate, and x-ray contrast media.




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