Uric acid levels in acute gout
Conversely, as most people with hyperuricaemia do not develop gout, concurrent joint symptoms and hyperuricaemia should not be considered to equate with gout unless the clinical presentation is typical or MSU crystals have been identified on aspirated synovial fluid. Renal function should also be assessed.
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