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⚠️ This tool is for educational and screening purposes only. Is not research medical or diagnosis and does not replace consultation with a doctor. Symptoms can have many causes - If you experience any disturbing symptoms, please contact your doctor.

Screening questionnaire for symptoms and risk factors for elevated uric acid and gout. Mark the points that apply to you - the result will tell you whether it is worth performing a laboratory test.

Have you experienced sudden, severe joint pain (especially the big toe - podagra), often waking you from sleep? Is the affected joint red, swollen, hot and extremely sensitive even to the touch of a sheet? Did the pain peak within a few hours and last for several days? Are you overweight or obese, or do you have hypertension, diabetes or kidney disease? Do you regularly consume alcohol (especially beer and spirits) or drinks sweetened with fructose? Do you eat large amounts of red meat, offal, seafood or processed meat? Has anyone in your immediate family had gout or kidney stones? Have hard, whitish nodules (tophi) appeared around your joints or on the helix of your ear?

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Uric acid - purine metabolism and causes of increased levels of

Uric acid is an organic chemical compound that is the end product of the metabolism of other compounds - purines (present in the DNA of cells and supplied with food). In a healthy person, uric acid dissolves in the blood, is filtered by the kidneys and excreted in the urine. The problem occurs when the body produces too much of it or when the kidneys cannot keep up with its removal. This condition is calledhyperuricemia. Chronically elevated uric acid concentration leads to its crystallization. The resulting sodium urate crystals accumulate in the joints, causing extremely painful attacks of gout, and in the kidneys, causing urolithiasis.

Our guide makes it easier to understand the principles of home monitoring of uric acid levels using test strips, describes laboratory standards and explains the principles of a low-purine diet, which is key in the fight against gout.

Gout (gout) – symptoms and attack zones

Gout is a painful inflammatory disease of the joints. The most common symptoms are:

Sudden, sharp pain in the joint:It most often attacks the joint at the base of the big toe (so-called gout) - the pain wakes the patient up at night, the joint becomes red, swollen and hot, and even the touch of light bedding causes suffering.
Other locations:May affect the knee, ankle, elbow or hand joints.
Chronicity:Untreated gout leads to permanent joint deformations and kidney damage.

Table: Blood uric acid levels and risk factors

The uric acid level is measured in the blood. The table below shows the reference norms for adults:

Patient group	Normal norm (mg/dl)	Normal norm (µmol/l)	Interpretation of an elevated result
Women	2.4 – 6.0 mg/dl	140 – 360 µmol/l	A result > 6.0 mg/dl suggests hyperuricemia. The risk of gout increases after menopause.
Men	3.4 – 7.0 mg/dl	200 – 420 µmol/l	Result > 7.0 mg/dl requires control. Men suffer from gout 10 times more often.
Patients with gout (under treatment)	Less than 6.0 mg/dl (or < 5.0 in severe gout)	Less than 360 µmol/l	Therapeutic level to prevent the formation of new crystals.

How does home uric acid measurement work?

People suffering from gout or kidney problems can control their uric acid levels at home. **multifunctional strip devices** (operating on the same principle as glucometers) are used for this purpose. The measurement involves pricking the fingertip with a lancet, taking a small drop of blood onto the test strip and reading the result on the device screen after a dozen or so seconds. This makes it easier for patients to monitor the impact of diet and medications on uric acid levels on an ongoing basis.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main causes of high uric acid?

The causes include: genetic predisposition, a diet rich in purines (red meat, seafood, offal), drinking alcohol (especially beer and strong alcohol), being overweight and taking certain medications (e.g. diuretics).

What diet is recommended for gout?

A low-purine diet is recommended. You should avoid meat, fish, broths, alcohol and drinks sweetened with fructose. It is advisable to drink plenty of water, eat dairy products (low-fat cottage cheese, milk), vegetables and coffee (which lowers uric acid).

Does hyperuricemia always mean gout?

No. Many people with elevated levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia) will never experience a gout attack (this is called asymptomatic hyperuricemia). However, this condition requires observation because it burdens the kidneys.

How to quickly relieve pain during a gout attack?

During an acute attack, strong anti-inflammatory drugs prescribed by a doctor are used (colchicine, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs, or glucocorticosteroids). Home remedies include cold compresses and avoiding putting any weight on the joint.

Can uric acid levels be tested from urine?

Yes, a 24-hour urine collection (DZM) is performed to assess how much uric acid the kidneys excrete in 24 hours, which helps determine the cause of hyperuricemia (overproduction or poor excretion).