Community Research and Application Journal (CRAJ)
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): December

Examination of uric acid levels in Karonsih, Semarang: invasive and non-invasive approaches based on research

Heni Sumarti (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang)
Irman Said Prastyo (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang)
Rina Susi Cahyawati (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang)
Istikomah (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang)
Ice Uliya Sari (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang)
Mohammad Candra Malindo (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Aug 2024

Abstract

Regularly monitoring uric acid levels is essential for preventing and managing gout, where excess uric acid accumulates in joints and causes pain and swelling. Traditionally, invasive blood sample methods are used for this measurement, which can be uncomfortable and increase medical waste. This community service project, organized by the Physics Department of Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang in collaboration with the Ngabdi Neliteni Ngabekti (N3) community organization, compares invasive and non-invasive approaches for uric acid level assessment among residents in Karonsih, Semarang. A newly developed non-invasive device was evaluated alongside standard invasive methods based on participant comfort, accuracy, and feedback. Results indicate that, although the non-invasive device showed a mean error rate of 40.52%, it was preferred for its comfort and non-invasive nature. These findings highlight the potential of non-invasive technology in community health monitoring and underline the importance of regular health check-ups facilitated by collaborations between community organizations, educational institutions, and government bodies.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

craj

Publisher

Subject

Environmental Science Social Sciences

Description

The Community Research and Application Journal (CRAJ) aims to showcase research that translates into actionable solutions for community needs. It seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical applications by publishing studies that address real-world problems and contribute to ...