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Population-specific factors associated with fractional excretion of uric acid.
Arthritis research & therapy - 12 Nov 2019
Narang Ravi K, Vincent Zoe, Phipps-Green Amanda, Stamp Lisa K, Merriman Tony R, Dalbeth Nicola
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Reduced renal clearance of uric acid is a major contributor to hyperuricemia. The aim of this study was to examine clinical and genetic variables associated with fractional excretion of uric acid (FEUA). METHODS: Participants (with and without gout) in the Genetics of Gout in Aotearoa study with available genotyping and FEUA data were included (n = 1713). Ten FEUA-associated loci detected within a...
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