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Q What is the source of uric acid in the body?

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  • A Protein metabolism ✔ ✖
  • B Carbohydrate metabolism ✔ ✖
  • C Purine metabolism ✔ ✖
  • D Pyrimidine metabolism ✔ ✖
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Uric acid is a chemical waste product that is formed during the breakdown of purine, a substance found in many foods and in the body's tissues. Purines are also a component of DNA and RNA, which are the building blocks of cells. When cells die and are broken down, purines are released and metabolized into uric acid. Uric acid is then transported to the kidneys, where it is excreted in urine. High levels of uric acid in the body can lead to the formation of urate crystals, which can cause gout, kidney stones, and other health problems.

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