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This simple blood or urine test measures uric acid levels in your body. High levels can lead to gout, a painful condition caused by uric acid crystals forming in joints. But the test also helps with:

Diagnosing gout: Identify if gout is causing your joint pain.
Monitoring gout treatment: Track the effectiveness of medications aimed at lowering uric acid levels.
Checking kidney health: High uric acid can sometimes indicate potential kidney problems.