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What is the main cause of gout (Gouty Arthritis)?
What is the main cause of gout (Gouty Arthritis)?
- Delect in purine metabolism (correct)
- Excess of sodium in the blood
- Low levels of urates in the joints
- Deficiency of uric acid in the body
How does gout affect the joints?
How does gout affect the joints?
- Causes an accumulation of vitamin C
- Promotes the formation of joint lubrication fluid
- Results in the build-up of uric acid crystals (correct)
- Leads to a decrease in calcium levels
What do the excess urates associated with gout (Gouty Arthritis) cause in the kidneys?
What do the excess urates associated with gout (Gouty Arthritis) cause in the kidneys?
- Formation of excessive iron deposits
- Facilitation of vitamin D production
- Prevention of calcium absorption
- Promotion of kidney stone formation (correct)
Which substance accumulates in the joins in gout, resulting in gouty arthritis?
Which substance accumulates in the joins in gout, resulting in gouty arthritis?
How does purine metabolism affect gout development?
How does purine metabolism affect gout development?