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Uric Acid, Serum/Plasma

Test ID: URIC

Test

Method

Colorimetric Assay

Report Includes

Uric Acid

Specimens

Serum; Plasma (Heparin)

Test Location

St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8

Test Version

3-Sep-2024

Specimen

Specimens

Serum; Plasma (Heparin)

Sample Volume

1 mL

Specimen Comment

Gel-separator tubes are acceptable.

Collection & Handling

Collection Instructions

Avoid hemolysis.

Handling Information

Separate within 2 hours of collection.

Stability

Ambient 24 hours
Refrigerated 1 week
Frozen 6 months

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis Visible

Test Version

3-Sep-2024

Performance / Interpretation

Method

Colorimetric Assay

Turnaround Time

2 days

Results

Name Units Reference Range Conversion Factor
Uric Acid µmol/L
  • 0 to < 15 days 168 - 696
  • 15 days to 1 yr 106 - 358
  • 1 to 12 yrs 116 - 279
  • Female 12 to < 19 yrs 158 - 333
  • Male 12 to < 19 yrs 161 - 426
  • Female 19+: 136 - 389
  • Male 19+ 260-450

Test Location

St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8

Test Version

3-Sep-2024

Interface / Setup

Test Version

3-Sep-2024