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Level two – Semester 4 - PharmD Biochemistry-II PB-403 (Practical course) 2024/2025

Measurement of Uric Acid Levels

Uric acid is the metabolic end-product of purines (Adenine and

Guanine) metabolism.

➢ Sources and fates of uric acid:

Notes:
gh 75% of uric acid is excreted through kidneys
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and is representative to the renal function, it is not used in
practical settings to evaluate renal function.

➢ Normal values:

Adult males: Adult females:

4.0-8.5 mg/dL 2.7-7.2 mg/dL

This difference is due to estrogen-related enhancement of renal urate
clearance.

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