Features
Uric Acid Log: Tracking Your Lab Results Over Time
The uric acid log stores the value and date you enter from a lab report, with the correct unit selected, so you can see your results on a timeline — it does not test, interpret, or judge your numbers.
What the log does
When you receive a uric acid lab result, you can enter it into Gout Radar along with the test date and the unit of measurement. The app stores exactly what you report: your number, your chosen unit, and the date from the lab report. Over time, these entries form a timeline you can review at a glance and share with your clinician.
The log is designed to be a faithful record of your reported values, not a medical instrument. It does not recalculate your numbers, adjust them against a reference range, or flag results as high or low. The value you enter is the value stored.
Entering a result
- Open the Uric Acid section of the app.
- Enter the numeric value exactly as it appears on your lab report.
- Select the correct unit: mg/dL or µmol/L. This matters — the app does not convert between units automatically.
- Set the date of the test from your lab report.
- Save the entry. It appears on your timeline immediately.
Always double-check the unit on your lab report before saving. A value of 6.0 mg/dL and 6.0 µmol/L are very different numbers. The app stores what you enter; it does not second-guess the unit.
The unit detail
Uric acid results are reported in different units depending on your country and laboratory. The two most common are mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter, standard in the United States) and µmol/L (micromoles per liter, standard in many other countries). Selecting the correct unit when you log ensures your timeline is accurate and your clinician can read your records without confusion.
If you enter a result in one unit and later receive results in the other, you can continue logging in the new unit — each entry carries its own unit label. The timeline displays each entry with its unit clearly shown.
What the log does not do
The app does not perform a test. It does not interpret your result against a reference range or suggest whether your level is high, low, or within a target. It does not recommend changes to medication, diet, or behavior based on a lab value. Interpretation of lab results belongs to you and your qualified healthcare professional.
The trend line that emerges over multiple entries is a visual summary of your reported numbers. It is designed to support a conversation with your clinician, not to replace one. If you want background on what uric acid levels mean, the uric acid guide covers the basics.
How the log fits your record
Lab entries are most valuable alongside other records. When your uric acid timeline sits next to your flare diary, medication records, and meal history, you and your clinician can see the fuller picture around each lab result. This context is what makes a simple log into a useful appointment tool. If you are preparing for a visit, your uric acid timeline is one of the first things to review.
Frequently asked questions
Does the app interpret my uric acid level?
No. The app stores the value and date you enter. It does not evaluate whether the result is high, low, or within any target range. Interpretation is a conversation for you and your clinician.
Which units are supported?
The log supports mg/dL and µmol/L. You select the unit for each entry, and each entry carries its own unit label on the timeline.
Can I edit or delete a lab entry?
Yes. You can edit or remove any entry at any time. The log is your record to maintain.
Is my lab data shared with anyone?
Lab entries are stored on your device by default. They are not sent to any server unless you explicitly export or share them.
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