{"product_id":"uric-acid-serum","title":"Uric Acid (Serum)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"test-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"test-lead\"\u003eThe Uric Acid test measures the level of uric acid in your blood — the substance responsible for gout and a marker of kidney health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat does this test check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMeasures serum uric acid concentration, a byproduct of purine metabolism. High levels (hyperuricemia) can cause gout, kidney stones, and are associated with hypertension and metabolic syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy get tested?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGout affects quality of life significantly, causing sudden, severe joint pain. Early detection of elevated uric acid allows for dietary changes and medication before a gout attack occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho should get this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAdults with joint pain or swelling (especially in the big toe, ankles, or knees), a history of kidney stones, or those eating a purine-rich diet. Also part of metabolic panels and pre-treatment assessments for certain chemotherapy drugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NowExpress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55596731334824,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nowexpress.ph\/products\/uric-acid-serum","provider":"NowExpress","version":"1.0","type":"link"}