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PH value of the urine

The pH value in the urine of a healthy adult is approximately 5-7.5, indicating how acidic, neutral or basic the urine is. Between 0-7 is the acidic range, with 7-14 marking the basic range. The normal urine is thus almost neutral to slightly acidic.

Depending on the composition of the urine, the pH-value can change, which can also indicate diseases. A too acidic pH value below 5 often indicates a diet rich in meat. A severe state of hunger also leads to hyperacidity of the urine.

More rarely, acidic urine can be a sign of metabolic diseases, such as gout. A too high pH value above 7.5 can also be nutritionally related. A purely vegetarian diet can be the cause.

Certain drugs excreted via the kidneys lead to an increase in the pH value. If the pH increases in the blood and consequently in the urine, this is also called alkalosis. Urinary tract infections in particular can cause the urine to become alkaline.

Test strips can be used diagnostically to determine the pH value. This makes it possible to assess the function of the kidneys in the excretion of acids and bases.