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Definition of Uric acid
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Uric acid: A breakdown product of purines that are part of many foods. In gout, there are frequently, but not always, elevated levels of uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia). However, only a small portion of those with hyperuricemia will develop gout.