Which disease is caused due to high accumulation of uric acid in the bloodstream?
A
Uremia
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B
Hypouremia
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C
Hyperuremia
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D
Hyperuricemia
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Solution
The correct option is D Hyperuricemia High accumulation of uric acid in bloodstream occurs due to the increased production of uric acid from purine, inability of kidneys to get rid of uric acid in the blood. This will lead to a disease called hyperuricemia. Uremia and hypouremia refer to the accumulation and deficiency of urea and creatinin in blood.