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Can an elevated uric acid be a factor on increasing creatinine level?

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See details: It is usually the result of an elevated creatinine, not the cause of it.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes, but...: Gout, caused by uric acid crystals in joints, due to abnormal metabolism of purines ( protein breakdown product), can cause kidney damage over time. Relatively uncommon in gout, relatively uncommon cause of kidney damage. Lots of causes for increased creatinine. See md.

Answered 3/11/2014

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