PRODUCT INFORMATION Gout, formerly known as the disease of the kings and the rich, has long since become a common disease that now suffers millions of people in the Federal Republic of Germany. From a value of approx. 7 mg/dL crystallizes uric acid, deposits between the joints and causes extremely severe pain. In addition to the inflammatory reactions, the risk of formation of kidney stones (uric acid stones) is significantly increased. The risk of increased death rate in heart disease is now reported. With the Premium UA meter, every health-conscious patient can now determine their respective blood level of uric acid and help avoid the occurrence of extremely painful gout attacks through diet and medication. The measurement with the premium UA device is quick and easy and possible without prior knowledge. It is just as easy as measuring blood sugar. BeneCheck premium uric acid meter with case, lancing aid, lancets (with 35 test strips) test sample: fresh capillary whole blood measuring time: 15 seconds measuring range: 3-20 mg/dL sample quantity: 1 µL memory: 180 test results battery type (1 piece): 3 V (CR2032) lithium battery. Battery life: approx. 1000 tests. Dimensions: 98 x 57 x 17.5 mm. Weight: 47 g (with battery). Expected life: 5 years. Storage/transp. conditions: 4-30°C (39-86°F) Operating temperature: 10-40°C (50-104°F) Tolerable relative humidity (storage and transport): 10-90 % Usable up to To a height of 3048 metres