| CLINICAL CHEMISTRY | ||
| Other Test Name | : | – Uric Acid |
| Specimen Requirements | : | Specimen: Serum Volume: 3mL Minimum Volume: 1mL Container: Red or Gold tube |
| Causes for Rejection | : | – Quantity not sufficient – Improper collection tube used – Improperly labeled specimen |
| Stability Requirements | : | Room Temperature: 3 days Refrigerated: 7 days Freezer: 6 months |
| Use | : | – Used to determine an individual’s risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) |
| Methodology : | : | – Colorimetric, Enzymatic Method |
| Limitation | : | – Calcium dobesilate causes artificially low uric acid results. Eating too many foods that cause high levels of purines |
