Gout sufferers could soon track uric acid with a simple skin patch

NCT ID NCT06187519

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a new skin patch system called UR+AIMS that measures uric acid levels in people with gout. Six participants wore the patch for a week and during a standard meal to see if it was comfortable and gave accurate readings. The goal is to help patients better understand how their diet and medications affect their uric acid levels.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Uric Acid and Metabolite Monitor System (UR+AIMS) skin patch
What this could lead to: If it works, this could lead to a simple skin patch that helps people with gout track their uric acid levels in real time, making it easier to manage their condition through diet and medication.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage lab validation study with only 6 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The patch might be uncomfortable or inaccurate, and it's not yet proven to improve health outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gout

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

GOUT

Contacts and locations

Locations

UCLA

Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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