Urine pH is a measure of how acidic or alkaline your urine is. The pH scale ranges from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very alkaline), with 7 being neutral. Normal urine pH typically ranges between 4.5 and 8, depending on diet, hydration, and overall health. Welleys urine test strips can detect up from pH levels of 5 to 8.5. Anything beyond these ranges are outside normal operating levels and you should consult a medical professional.
The kidneys play a key role in regulating the body's acid-base balance by excreting hydrogen ions and reabsorbing bicarbonate, which impacts urine pH. Measuring urine pH provides insights into kidney function, metabolic processes, and dietary influences.