Question

Gout is a disease that affects the joints and leads to arthritis. It is associated with abnormality of

• A. Pyrimidine metabolism
• B. Purine metabolism
• C. Fat metabolism
• D. Protein metabolism

Answer 1

The correct option is B Purine metabolism

Gout is a disorder of purine metabolism and occurs when the body fails to metabolize the uric acid and forming deposits in joints, tendons and in the surrounding tissues. This cause a swelling and severe pain in the joints. The underexcretion of uric acid by the kidney is the major cause.

So, the correct answer is option B.