Gout Flashcards
1
Q
What is known as monosodium urate monohydrate crystals deposition?
A
Hyperuricemia
2
Q
What type of gout is an inborn error of metabolism of purines and is idiopathic (M>F)?
A
Primary
3
Q
What type of gout is a result of overproduction or decreased removal of uric acid?
A
Secondary
4
Q
What is the result of red, hot swollen painful joint with the great toe (Podagra) being effected?
A
Acute Gouty Attack
5
Q
What lab tests are elevated with Gout?
A
uric acid, ESR, WBCs
6
Q
Who is most prevalent to Gout?
A
Males 30-60
