The nurse is reviewing laboratory data for a newly admitted patient with a probable case of gout. An elevation in which of the following serum studies may be an indication of gout?
A) Hematocrit
B) Red blood cell count
C) Serum complement (C3, C4)
D) Uric acid
Ans: D
Feedback: Uric acid measures levels of uric acid in serum. Increased levels are significant with gout.
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