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hyperuricemia

Definition / meaning of hyperuricemia

A buildup of uric acid (a byproduct of metabolism) in the blood. Hyperuricemia is a side effect of some anticancer drugs.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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