Both gout and kidney stone formation is caused by ___________.
A
Calcium oxalate
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B
Uric acid
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C
Creatinine
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D
Potassium Chloride
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Solution
The correct option is C Uric acid Uric acid is a waste by product formed when the body breaks down purine. Excessive uric acid causes disease like gout ( inflammation of synovial joints) and kidney stones.