Pathology tests database

Sample and container requirements

Plain 24 hr Urine

Minimum volume required

Special requirements

None

Patient preparation

None

Sample viability

Turnaround time

This assay is run throughout the day and night. The in-lab turnaround time is normally less than 24 hours.

Reference range

1.5 – 4.5 mmol/24 hr (Source: Pathology Harmony Recommendations)

Clinical guidance

Uric acid (urate) is the final metabolite of endogenous and dietary purine nucleotide metabolism. Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about uric acid. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/uric-acid-test

Notes

Rasburicase can cause falsely low urate results.