| Material | serum or EDTA plasma or heparin plasma 0.5 ml |
| Method | photometry |
| Duration | 1 Tag |
| Remark | - Dog: Due to a metabolic disorder, increased levels of serum uric acid (hyperuricosuria) can occur especially in Dalmatians. Uric acid concrements in the urine and a characteristic brownish-yellowish discolouration of the coat (Bronzing syndrome) are of clinical significance. This metabolic disorder is mostly of genetic origin which can be confirmed with the genetic test Hyperuricosuria (HUU/SLC) (see category genetics / hereditary diseases / dog).
- Birds: Concentrations above 500 μmol/l point to nephropathies or exsiccosis.
- Birds, reptiles: The levels of uric acid vary, depending on various factors, such as feed intake, protein content of the ration, season and species. Uric acid is the most important renal parameter in birds and terrestrial reptile species.
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