{"product_id":"urinezuur-vingerprik","title":"Uric Acid (fingerstick)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Uric Acid?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUric acid is a waste product found in the blood. It arises when the body breaks down chemical substances called purines. These occur in your own cells and in some foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy test for Uric Acid?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasuring the uric acid level in the blood can be useful for detecting or monitoring various health conditions. It is especially helpful for individuals at risk of gout, kidney stones, or certain kidney diseases. It can also be important for the evaluation of your diet and lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA uric acid test can assist in the diagnosis of gout, a form of arthritis that causes intense pain and swelling. It can also indicate kidney function and whether your body has difficulty processing purines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high uric acid level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA high level of uric acid in the blood can indicate gout, kidney disease, and other conditions. It may also be a sign of a diet high in purine-rich foods or alcohol consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low uric acid level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA low level can occur less frequently, but it may indicate an underlying health condition, such as liver disease, or be an effect of certain medication.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52250062029146,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/Urinezuur.png?v=1755941747","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/products\/urinezuur-vingerprik","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}