Hyperuricemia has an interesting relationship with the kidneys. Kidney issues can lead to hyperuricemia, and hyperuricemia can cause kidney issues. As the kidneys filter blood, they also filter uric acid. Over time, uric acid can accumulate and form large urate crystals, a combination of urate and calcium. When these move through the kidneys, their size and shape damage the passageways, even leaving scars in some cases. With enough damage and scarring, the crystals can cause kidney disease and failure.

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