Question 9 (Mandatory) (1 point) Gout is a painful joint condition that is cause

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Question 9 (Mandatory) (1 point) Gout is a painful joint condition that is caused by high uric acid levels in the circulation and uric acid crystals accumulating in joints. A key treatment for gout is the avoidance of certain foods that increase uric acid levels. What could cause an increase in uric acid levels and which foods should, therefore, be avoided by patients susceptible to gout A) Uric acid is a degradation product of amino acids with amido groups, such as asparagine. Foods high in these amino acids include certain vegetables such as asparagus and Brussel sprouts, which should, therefore, be avoided by patients susceptible to gout. B) Uric acid is an intermediate in the synthesis of nucleotides. Uric acid levels can increase when nucleotide synthesis is decreased due to high intake of nucleotides. Meat and seafood should, therefore, be avoided by patients susceptible to gout. C) Uric acid is a breakdown product of amino acid degradation, therefore, high protein diets can increase uric acid levels in the circulation and should be avoided by patients susceptible to gout. D) Uric acid is a degradation products of purines. Uric acid levels increase with high intake of purine-rich foods, such as meat and seafood. These food groups should, therefore, be avoided by patients susceptible to ou E) Uric acid is a side product of amino acid degradation that is formed in higher levels when methylation reactions are impaired due to low tetrahydrofolate levels. Foods that decrease folate absorption in the intestine should, therefore, be avoided by patients susceptible to gout.

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Option d is correct because purine breaks down into uric acid. increased level of uric acid from excess purine may accumulate in your tissues and form crystals.

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