Uric
Uric Acid
Uric Acid (pronounced: /ˈjʊərɪk ˈæsɪd/) is a heterocyclic compound of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen with the formula C5H4N4O3. It forms ions and salts known as urates and acid urates, such as ammonium acid urate.
Etymology
The term "Uric Acid" is derived from the Latin word "Urea", which means urine. It was first identified in urine, hence the name.
Function
Uric Acid is a product of the metabolic breakdown of purine nucleotides. High blood concentrations of uric acid can lead to gout and are associated with other medical conditions including diabetes and the formation of ammonium acid urate kidney stones.
Related Terms
- Purine: A colorless substance in animal and plant tissues that forms uric acid on oxidation in the body.
- Gout: A form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by recurrent attacks of a red, tender, hot, and swollen joint.
- Kidney Stones: Hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.
- Diabetes: A group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level over a prolonged period of time.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Uric
- Wikipedia's article - Uric
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