See a healthcare professional for a uric acid blood test
Follow any fasting or medication instructions given before the test
Provide a blood sample from a vein, usually in the arm
Ask for a serum uric acid test if evaluating gout or high uric acid
Ask for a 24-hour urine uric acid test if assessing uric acid excretion
Collect all urine over 24 hours in the provided container if doing a urine test
Deliver the urine sample to the lab as instructed
Review the results with your healthcare professional
Repeat testing if your healthcare professional recommends monitoring over time