Low uric acid levels in blood can be caused by: Wilson's disease (copper accumulation in tissues) Severe liver disease Low protein diet Heavy metal poisoning Some types of cancer Certain medications Metabolic diseases

Natural sources of uric acid include: Red meat Organ meats like liver Seafood (especially salmon, shrimp, lobster, and sardines) Food and drinks with high fructose corn syrup

Gout is a common and complex form of arthritis that can affect anyone. It's characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in one or more joints, most often in the big toe. An attack of gout can occur suddenly, often waking up in the middle of the night with the sensation that your big toe is on fire. The affected joint is hot, swollen and so tender that even the weight of the bedsheet on it may seem intolerable. Gout symptoms may come and go, but there are ways to manage symptoms and prevent flares. The signs and symptoms of gout almost always occur suddenly they include: Intense joint pain. Gout usually affects the big toe, but it can occur in any joint. Other commonly affected joints include the ankles, knees, elbows, wrists and fingers. The pain is likely to be most severe within the first four to 12 hours after it begins. Lingering discomfort. After the most severe pain subsides, some joint discomfort may last from a few days to a few weeks. Later attacks are likely to last longer and affect more joints. Inflammation and redness. The affected joint or joints become swollen, tender, warm and red. Limited range of motion. As gout progresses, you may not be able to move your joints normally.

There are some ways to reduce uric acid levels in the body: Limit purine-rich foods. Avoid sugar. Drink plenty of fluids to help your kidneys flush out uric acid faster. Drink coffee in moderation. Manage weight. Manage blood sugar. Add more fiber to your diet. Incorporate cherries into your diet. Take a vitamin C supplement or eat foods that are high in vitamin C, such as oranges, grapefruits, strawberries, green peppers, red sweet peppers, broccoli, kiwi, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and cantaloupe.

24-Hour Urine Uric Acid Test: Purpose: Measures uric acid excretion over a 24-hour period to evaluate kidney function and diagnose conditions affecting uric acid metabolism. Serum Creatinine Test: Purpose: Assesses kidney function, which can impact uric acid levels in the blood. Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Test: Purpose: Evaluates kidney function, helping to understand how well the kidneys are filtering waste, including uric acid. Electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and chloride are regulated by the kidneys. Since uric acid is also filtered by the kidneys, electrolyte imbalances can indicate kidney dysfunction, which can affect uric acid levels. C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Test: Purpose: Assesses inflammation in the body, which can be related to conditions like gout that involve elevated uric acid levels.

It will take several hours to get the result