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What is the recommended frequency for checking serum urate levels during dose titration of urate-lowering therapy?
What is the recommended frequency for checking serum urate levels during dose titration of urate-lowering therapy?
- Bi-monthly
- Monthly (correct)
- Quarterly
- Weekly
When serum urate levels are stable, what is the recommended frequency for checking them?
When serum urate levels are stable, what is the recommended frequency for checking them?
- Every three months
- Annually (correct)
- Bi-annually
- Monthly
Under what circumstances should the frequency of checking serum urate levels be increased?
Under what circumstances should the frequency of checking serum urate levels be increased?
- If the patient is experiencing both acute attacks and tophi formation
- If the patient is experiencing frequent acute attacks
- If medical problems or non-compliance are suspected (correct)
- If the patient is experiencing tophi formation
What is the suggested target level for serum urate in routine clinical practice?
What is the suggested target level for serum urate in routine clinical practice?
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What is the primary purpose of monitoring serum uric acid levels during urate-lowering therapy?
What is the primary purpose of monitoring serum uric acid levels during urate-lowering therapy?
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