uric

¹

[yoor-ik]

adjective

1. of, pertaining to, contained in, or derived from urine.

uric-

²

1. a combining form of uric acid.

   uricolysis.

uric

/ ˈjʊərɪk /

adjective

1. of, concerning, or derived from urine

Word History and Origins

Origin of uric¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; ur- ¹ + -ic

Word History and Origins

Origin of uric¹

C18: from _uro- ¹ + _-ic

Example Sentences

Bringing this gene back lowered uric acid, the substance responsible for gout and several other health problems.

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In a study published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, researchers examined the solid urine of more than 20 different reptile species and found that all contained tiny spheres made of uric acid.

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Along with uric acid, glomerular filtration rate is a key measure of kidney health.

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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.

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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.

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