High levels of uric acid correlate with decline of glomerular filtration rate in chronic kidney disease.

Background: Clinical studies have suggested that high levels of uric acid may contribute to the development of hypertension and kidney disease. However the relation between uric acid and chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been inconsistent.

Objective: To examine the association between plasma concentration of uric acid, and estimated glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in CKD subjects.

Relationship between serum uric acid levels with chronic kidney disease in a Southeast Asian population.

Aim: Elevated serum uric level has been suggested as a risk factor for chronic kidney disease (CKD). The relationship between serum uric acid level, and CKD in a Southeast Asian population was examined.

Methods: In a cross-sectional study, authors surveyed 5618 subjects, but 5546 participants were included.