{"product_id":"urinezuur","title":"Uric Acid","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Uric Acid?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUric acid is a waste product found in the blood. It is formed when the body breaks down chemicals called purines. These are present in your own cells and in certain foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you have Uric Acid tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring the uric acid level in the blood can be helpful in detecting or monitoring various health conditions. It is particularly useful for individuals at risk of gout, kidney stones, or certain kidney diseases. It can also be important for evaluating your diet and lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA uric acid test can help in diagnosing gout, a form of arthritis that causes intense pain and swelling. It can also point to kidney function and whether your body has difficulty processing purines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high uric acid level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low uric acid level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA low level may be less common, but it can suggest an underlying health condition, such as liver disease, or be an effect of certain medications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47751461077338,"sku":"","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","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}