Uric Acid

Fasting Required
CPT: 84550
Metabolic

What This Test Measures

End product of purine metabolism; elevated in gout and kidney disease; also linked to cardiovascular risk.

Preparation

Fasting required (8-12 hours)
Fasting preferred. Avoid high-purine foods (red meat, shellfish, alcohol) 24 hours before testing.

General guidelines only. Requirements vary by lab and individual. Confirm with your provider before adjusting any medications.

Turnaround Time

Varies by lab

Clinical Notes

Gout is defined by elevated uric acid plus crystal deposition

ICD-10 Codes

Common diagnosis codes associated with this test. Codes are assigned by your provider.

E79.0Hyperuricemia without signs of inflammatory arthritis
M10.9Gout, unspecified
N20.0Calculus of kidney

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Lab Codes

Proprietary codes used by each lab for this test.

American Esoteric Labs
C191
ARUP Laboratories
0020044
Cleveland Clinic
URIC
Clinical Labs of Hawaii
0165
CPL
2226
CPL
2233
Geisinger Medical Labs
LAB3214
Interpath Laboratory
1013
LabCorp
001057
Mayo Clinic Labs
UA/8509
Northwell Health Labs
5300240
NYU Langone Health
LAB10763
Quest Diagnostics
905
Stanford Health Care
URIC

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For informational purposes only

This page is for educational and research purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. ICD-10 and CPT codes are assigned by your healthcare provider. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before ordering any lab test or making decisions about your health.