Uric acid: normal range and what it means
Short answer: The normal uric acid range is 3.5 – 7 mg/dL for men and 2.5 – 6 mg/dL for women. In SI units that is about 208 – 416 µmol/L for men and 149 – 357 µmol/L for women. Labs differ a little, so also check the range printed on your report.
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A waste product; high levels cause gout and stress the kidneys.
Normal range
This marker’s healthy range depends on sex and age.
| Normal range | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Low | < 3.5 mg/dL | < 2.5 mg/dL |
| Normal | 3.5 – 7 mg/dL | 2.5 – 6 mg/dL |
| High | ≥ 7 mg/dL | ≥ 6 mg/dL |
What it measures
A breakdown product of purines. High levels can cause gout and are linked to metabolic issues.
What moves it
Red meat, alcohol, fructose, body fat and kidney function.
How to bring it into range
Less alcohol and fructose, hydration, and fat loss.
How fast it responds
Days to weeks.
Also reported as: urate
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Common questions
- What is the normal uric acid range?
- The normal uric acid range is 3.5 – 7 mg/dL for men and 2.5 – 6 mg/dL for women. In SI units that is about 208 – 416 µmol/L for men and 149 – 357 µmol/L for women. Labs differ a little, so also check the range printed on your report.
- What does a high Uric acid mean?
- A value above the reference band means Uric acid is outside the range typical for a healthy adult. A single reading is rarely conclusive on its own — what matters is the trend across draws and the other markers around it, which is why HealthOS reads the whole panel together rather than one number at a time.
- How do I improve my Uric acid?
- Less alcohol and fructose, hydration, and fat loss.
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Reference ranges are general-population guidance compiled from common clinical laboratories, not a diagnosis. Lab-to-lab ranges differ. Always read your results with your doctor.