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uric
1[ yoor-ik ]
adjective
- of, pertaining to, contained in, or derived from urine.
uric-
2- a combining form of uric acid ( def ):
uricolysis.
uric
/ ˈjʊərɪk /
adjective
- of, concerning, or derived from urine
Word History and Origins
Origin of uric1
Example Sentences
Along with uric acid, glomerular filtration rate is a key measure of kidney health.
Once uric acid crystals build up in joints and tissues, they can cause pain, swelling and redness, often starting in the big toe, but can spread to ankles, knees and other joints.
In addition to temperature and pH, the bandage's biosensor monitors levels of ammonium, glucose, lactate and uric acid; together these measurements provide information about inflammation, infection and stage of healing.
Gout is associated with high levels of uric acid.
Birds that ingested more plastic had lower blood calcium levels, along with higher levels of cholesterol and uric acid.
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