Uric Acid in the Body: What It Is and What It Does
A reference guide: where uric acid comes from in the body, how it is excreted, what an elevated level means, and which numbers on a lab report are considered a reference.
A reference guide: where uric acid comes from in the body, how it is excreted, what an elevated level means, and which numbers on a lab report are considered a reference.
Gout is a type of arthritis in which uric acid crystals deposit in a joint. We explain the mechanism of an attack, the risk factors, and the signs that should not be ignored.