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Uric Acid (2,6,8-Trioxypurine, Urate)



Definition

  • Uric acid is an end product of purine catabolism; it is released as DNA and RNA are degraded by dying cells. Most uric acid is synthesized in the liver and intestinal mucosa. Two thirds is...

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