Need to reinstall Lightroom 3 before installing LR 5 upgrade?

I previously purchased and installed Lightroom 3, but uninstalled it when it kept crashing. I decided I'd just stick with Elements. Now, I want to buy the LR 5 upgrade. Can I just install the upgrade, or would I have to reinstall LR 3 first? I'm pretty sure I registered LR 3 with Adobe.
Also, if I do have to reinstall LR 3 first, do I have to convert all 5 of my Elements 9 catalogs into LR 3, or can I wait until I install the LR 5 upgrade and then convert my catalogs in LR 5?

It isn't necessary to install Lightroom 3 first. But you will need to have the serial number available. Since you purchased an upgrade you will need the old serial number as well as the new one when you install Lightroom 5.

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