This test measures uric acid on its own, a marker linked to gout risk and kidney stone formation. It suits people who want a quick single-marker check without needing a wider panel.
1 biomarker as listed by Medichecks.
Uric acid is a byproduct of normal metabolism that can build up and contribute to gout or kidney stones if levels run high. This test measures uric acid on its own, which makes it useful if you are already monitoring gout risk, keeping an eye on dietary or metabolic health, or managing a long-term condition where uric acid is relevant, rather than as part of a wider health check.
As a single-marker test it does exactly what it sets out to do, which is reflected in a solid clinical depth score for this type of comparison. On price it sits above the middle of the pack: at £63 it costs more than Better2Know's £39.95 kit and Thriva's £54 test, though it is considerably cheaper than Better2Know's other uric acid test at £145.
The rest of the score comes from strong collection convenience, since you can choose an at-home finger-prick or a clinic or home nurse venous draw, and strong trust signals from the provider's Trustpilot record, lab accreditation and long trading history. Results are reviewed by a doctor before you see them.
This suits you if you specifically want to track uric acid levels, for example if you have had gout before or are managing a condition where uric acid matters, and you would rather do a single targeted test than a wider panel. If price is your main concern, Better2Know's £39.95 nurse kit and Thriva's £54 test both measure the same single marker for less.
If you would prefer to combine uric acid with other markers as part of a broader check-up, look at a general health panel instead, since the fact sheet does not indicate this test includes anything beyond uric acid.
You can collect the sample with an at-home finger-prick kit, or arrange a venous blood draw at a clinic or through a home nurse visit. The lab tests the sample for uric acid, a doctor reviews the result, and your report is typically ready in around 3 days.
At £63, this single-marker uric acid test costs more than comparable single-marker tests from Better2Know (£39.95) and Thriva (£54), though it undercuts Better2Know's own higher-priced £145 version. It offers the same at-home finger-prick flexibility as those alternatives, with results in around 3 days and a doctor's comment included.
The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.
A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.
A finger-prick sample you take at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 3 days, slower than similar tests.
Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.
Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.
£63.00 against a comparison-group median of £58.50 (+8%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
This test belongs to our Uric acid test comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
Below-median price for a single-marker uric acid test
A single-marker blood test measuring uric acid, used to help monitor gout risk and related joint, kidney and metabolic health.
Cheapest uric acid test with a home nurse draw
This test measures uric acid in your blood, used to assess your risk of gout and kidney stones. It suits people with a history of joint pain, gout or kidney stones who want to check levels without visiting a clinic.
Priciest uric acid test in this comparison
This test measures uric acid in your blood to help assess the risk of gout and kidney stones, taken as a clinic blood draw. It suits people who prefer a clinic appointment over a home nurse visit or postal kit.
Below-median price for a single-marker uric acid test
A single-marker blood test measuring uric acid, used to help monitor gout risk and related joint, kidney and metabolic health.
Cheapest uric acid test with a home nurse draw
This test measures uric acid in your blood, used to assess your risk of gout and kidney stones. It suits people with a history of joint pain, gout or kidney stones who want to check levels without visiting a clinic.
Priciest uric acid test in this comparison
This test measures uric acid in your blood to help assess the risk of gout and kidney stones, taken as a clinic blood draw. It suits people who prefer a clinic appointment over a home nurse visit or postal kit.
