Prueba de ácido úrico

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La prueba de ácido úrico se realiza para determinar la cantidad de ácido úrico presente en la orina. Se recoge orina durante un período de 24 horas y luego se envía al laboratorio para ser examinada. Por lo general, los niveles de ácido úrico se miden para diagnosticar o tratar la gota, debido a que esta condición es causada por la cristalización del ácido úrico en las articulaciones. Algunos cálculos renales también pueden estar compuestos de ácido úrico.

Fecha de revisión: 2/3/2006
Versión en inglés revisada por: Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with New York Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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