urihappoa
Urihappo (uric acid) is a weak organic acid and a natural product of purine metabolism. Its chemical formula is C5H4N4O3, and at physiological pH it largely exists as the urate anion. In humans, uric acid is produced during the breakdown of purines from nucleic acids and dietary sources and is primarily eliminated by the kidneys, with some excretion via the gut. It is relatively poorly soluble in water, especially at lower temperatures, which can lead to crystallization under certain conditions.
Biological role and metabolism
Uric acid is the end product of purine catabolism in humans and higher primates. The body handles
Elevated uric acid levels are associated with gout, a form of inflammatoryarthritis characterized by needle-shaped monosodium
Diagnosis typically involves measuring serum uric acid levels and assessing uric acid excretion in urine, along